About
The University at Albany - SUNY, founded in 1844, is a public research university in Albany, New York, the capital of New York. A member of the State University of New York (SUNY) system, UAlbany provides students with the benefit of a historic and strategically located city that offers access to government, cultural, and professional opportunities.
Features
Why University at Albany - State University of New York
- Albany offers more than 50 undergraduate majors and 150 graduate programs in a wide range of fields, inspiring innovation and critical thinking.
- As one of America's top public research universities, students have access to state-of-the-art facilities and collaborative projects in the areas of public health, cybersecurity, and environmental science.
- Located in New York's capital, students have unparalleled access to internships, government partnerships, and cultural experiences.
- Albany offers more than 200 student organizations, NCAA Division I athletics, and state-of-the-art facilities to foster student involvement and wellness.
- Strong connections with the industry and career services will prepare students for professional success.
- The university incorporates sustainability into academics, campus operations, and community outreach initiatives.
- With an 18:1 student-to-faculty ratio, small classes foster closer connections between students and instructors, as well as among peers.
Scholarships Detail
Merit Scholarships for Out-of-State First-Year Students
The Office of Undergraduate Admissions at Albany awards merit scholarships to a select number of first-year students based on academic excellence, regardless of financial need. Scholarships are valued from $1,000 to $7,000 per year and may be awarded through a test-blind process, where a student's academic records alone will drive the decision and ACT or SAT scores will not be a factor-except in the case of home-schooled applicants who are required to submit scores. Renewable up to three additional years with the requirement that the recipient remains a full-time student, enrolled in at least 12 degree-applicable credits and maintaining satisfactory academic progress and eligibility for out-of-state tuition.
University Accreditation/ Recognition
The University is chartered by the Board of Regents of New York State, which has officially registered all its degrees and programs and granted full approval to its professional offerings through the State Education Department. It is also a member of the Council of Graduate Schools in the U.S. and holds full institutional accreditation from the Middle States Commission on Higher Education, ensuring the quality and rigor of its academic and administrative standards.
Location
1400 Washington Ave, Albany, NY 12206, USA
Financials
Descriptions | Subtotal |
---|---|
Avg Cost of Tuition/Year | 26,107 |
Cost of Living/Year | 18,507 |
*Application Fee |
0 - 75
*Charged once per application |
Estimated Total/Year | 44,614 |