University at Albany is a public 4-year college in Albany, New York with 12,564 undergraduates. It admits 69% of applicants, costs an average of $18,266 a year after grants and graduates 63% of its students.
Figures from the U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard, released October 15, 2026. What each number covers.
University at Albany acceptance rate and admissions
University at Albany admitted 69% of applicants for fall 2024. The median acceptance rate at 4-year colleges is 77%.
Test scores: Considered but not required (as reported for fall 2024 admission). That means you can apply without SAT or ACT scores. Check the admissions office for the current policy.
University at Albany application deadlines 2026-27
| Round | Deadline |
|---|---|
| Early action | Nov 15, 2026 |
| Regular decision | Mar 1, 2027 |
Next deadline: Early action, Nov 15, 2026. Application fee through the Common App: $50 for U.S. applicants. Confirm dates on University at Albany’s admissions page; see every college on the deadline calendar.
Source: Common App 2026-27 first-year deadlines, fees and requirements grid, updated Sep 25, 2026.
University at Albany tuition, cost and net price
| Tuition and fees, in-state (2025-26) | $10,881 |
|---|---|
| Tuition and fees, out-of-state (2025-26) | $32,091 |
| On-campus housing and food (2025-26) | $16,752 |
| Total cost of attendance (2024-25) | $30,376 |
| Average net price after grants (2024-25) | $18,266 |
Students who get federal aid pay an average of $18,266 a year after grants and scholarships, $12,110 less than the full cost of attendance. This figure covers in-state students.
What families pay, by income
Average yearly cost after grants for aided first-time students paying in-state tuition, by family income (2024-25):
Your own price depends on your family's full situation. Run University at Albany's net price calculator for a personal estimate, or make a "what it costs us" card.
University at Albany graduation rate, earnings and debt
- 63% of first-time, full-time students finished within six years (students who started in 2019).
- Former students earned a median of $72,751 a year, 10 years after they started (students who received federal aid and were working).
- Students who completed left with a median of $19,500 in federal student loans.
Earnings compared
Debt compared
Median debt is 27% of median earnings 10 years after entry. Many advisers suggest keeping total student debt below one year of expected pay. See the monthly payment.
University at Albany majors and what graduates earn
University at Albany awarded bachelor's degrees in 43 fields recently. The best-paid graduates four years out came from accounting ($98,010).
All 43 majors at University at Albany
| Major | Graduates (2023-24) | Earnings 1 yr after | Earnings 4 yrs after | Median debt |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Accounting | 97 | $58,271 | $98,010 | $18,416 |
| IT and network administration | 89 | $78,002 | $95,885 | $19,500 |
| Computer and information sciences | 117 | $58,544 | $80,285 | $19,950 |
| Business administration | 345 | $52,713 | $76,633 | $19,500 |
| Mathematics | 38 | $43,755 | $71,211 | $18,249 |
| Chemistry | 25 | $56,296 | $70,124 | $19,140 |
| Homeland security | 156 | $45,314 | $69,365 | $19,500 |
| Romance languages | 9 | n/a | $66,414 | n/a |
| Public health | 65 | $35,083 | $64,456 | $20,500 |
| Political science | 128 | $42,171 | $64,270 | $18,641 |
| Economics | 184 | $44,372 | $63,331 | $19,500 |
| Communication | 150 | $40,969 | $59,724 | $19,500 |
| Journalism | 30 | $31,397 | $59,495 | $15,000 |
| Social work | 27 | n/a | $59,475 | $20,250 |
| Biology | 179 | $38,936 | $58,703 | $19,499 |
| Sociology | 116 | $40,677 | $57,508 | $20,254 |
| Urban Studies/Affairs | 16 | n/a | $57,150 | n/a |
| History | 69 | $36,616 | $55,377 | $16,879 |
| Psychology | 325 | $38,380 | $55,004 | $18,500 |
| Ethnic, Cultural Minority, Gender, and Group Studies | 23 | $42,004 | $51,565 | $23,922 |
| English | 59 | $37,891 | $51,206 | $19,144 |
| Area Studies | 15 | n/a | $50,572 | $23,021 |
| Anthropology | 16 | n/a | $47,095 | $23,000 |
| Fine and studio arts | 20 | $26,542 | $42,540 | $19,250 |
| Human biology | 235 | n/a | n/a | $20,500 |
| Criminal justice | 148 | n/a | n/a | n/a |
| Education, Other | 103 | n/a | n/a | n/a |
| Computer science | 100 | n/a | n/a | n/a |
| Interdisciplinary studies, other | 68 | n/a | n/a | n/a |
| Public Policy Analysis | 27 | n/a | n/a | n/a |
| Electrical and Computer Engineering | 22 | n/a | n/a | n/a |
| Atmospheric Sciences and Meteorology | 20 | n/a | n/a | n/a |
| Linguistics | 12 | n/a | n/a | n/a |
| Business analytics and operations research | 11 | n/a | n/a | n/a |
| Engineering, Other | 9 | n/a | n/a | n/a |
| Music | 9 | n/a | n/a | n/a |
| Environmental engineering | 8 | n/a | n/a | n/a |
| Philosophy | 8 | n/a | n/a | $19,500 |
| Theater | 8 | $38,356 | n/a | n/a |
| Physics | 7 | n/a | n/a | n/a |
| Geography | 6 | n/a | n/a | n/a |
| Engineering, general | 2 | n/a | n/a | n/a |
| East Asian Languages, Literatures, and Linguistics | 1 | n/a | n/a | n/a |
Four-year earnings: graduates of 2017-18 and 2018-19, measured in 2022 and 2023, in 2024 dollars. Fields with few graduates have no published earnings.
Graduate programs at University at Albany
87 graduate programs awarded degrees recently. Largest first.
Show 87 graduate programs
Students and location
- 12,564 degree-seeking undergraduates (fall 2024)
- 54% women, 46% men
- 16 students for every faculty member
- Setting: midsize city
- Accredited by Middle States Commission on Higher Education
Frequently asked questions
What is the acceptance rate at University at Albany?
University at Albany admitted 69% of applicants for fall 2024, according to the U.S. Department of Education.
How much does University at Albany cost?
Tuition and fees for 2025-26 are $10,881 for in-state students and $32,091 for out-of-state students. After grants and scholarships, aided students paid an average net price of $18,266 a year in 2024-25.
Is University at Albany test-optional?
For fall 2024 admission, University at Albany reported that test scores were: considered but not required. Policies change, so confirm with the admissions office.
What is the graduation rate at University at Albany?
63% of first-time, full-time students finished within six years.
How much do University at Albany graduates make?
Former students who received federal aid earned a median of $72,751 a year 10 years after they started, in 2024 dollars.
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Source: U.S. Department of Education, College Scorecard, data release of October 15, 2026. What each figure means and the year it covers.