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With 56 undergraduate majors and 128 graduate degree programs UAlbany is a research university that puts The World Within Reach for its 18,000 students.
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- Mission
- Strategically located in the state capital of New York, the University at Albany is an internationally recognized public research institution that brings "The World Within Reach" to nearly 18,000 students at the graduate and undergraduate levels. The varied perspectives and life experiences of a student body and faculty representing more than 100 nations provide a diversity that enriches learning at UAlbany. Students choose from more than 100 undergraduate majors and minors and 120 graduate programs. Many of these programs are nationally ranked, among them criminal justice, information technology, public administration, social welfare and sociology. The College of Nanotechnology Science and Engineering at UAlbany ranks number one in the world. In every area of study, students are instructed by faculty who are world-class scholars and teachers. Many are actively engaged in research that contributes profoundly to the public good. As mentors, they provide numerous research opportunities, inspiring students to advance their skills and aspirations. An honors college offers opportunities for students to achieve at the highest levels. More than 300 study abroad programs, available through the University and SUNY networks, expand the worldview of students and prepare them for the global economy. The location of UAlbany in the Capital Region of New York provides extensive opportunities for internships and public service through which students gain valuable experience and contribute to the greater community. Both the UAlbany campus and the region are bustling with extracurricular activities. Students participate in more than 200 student clubs, honor societies, and other campus related groups, and choose from a busy calendar of campus events, including spirited Division I competition in 19 sports and a rich array of cultural activities. UAlbany athletic teams have won 39 conference championships and produced 15 NCAA tournament teams in 11 years of Division I history. Since its founding in 1844, UAlbany has graduated generations of leaders in all fields. UAlbany graduates join a network of more than 147,000 alumni making a profound difference around the globe.
- General Information
- Highly Selective, Large School, Public School, Small City, Co-Ed, Graduate Students - High, Total Minority - High, Asian Students - High, Low Cost, Diagnostic Testing Service, Reader Service for the Blind, Handicapped Student Services, Note taking Services, Study Abroad, Advanced Placement/CLEP, Accelerated Study, Reserve Officers - Training Corps (ROTC), Campus Publications, Dormitories, Foreign Student Organizations, Honor Student Organizations, Minority Student Organizations, Radio/TV Station, Religious Organizations, Social Fraternities and Sororities, Student Government, Student/Faculty Ratio - Medium
- Campus Description
- 560-acre, suburban campus in Albany, 180 miles from New York City. Served by air and bus; train serves Rensselaer (five miles); major airport serves New York City. School operates transportation to downtown area.
- Other Admission Requirements
- GED accepted, TOEFL test ONLY required, SAT/ACT tests NOT required, Financial statement NOT required, Pre-application form NOT required
- Costs
- 2010-2011 In-state tuition and fees: $6,830; Out-of-state tuition and fees: $14,730
- Campus Setting
- Located in a regional city
- School Type
- Public, 4-year or above
- Features
- continuing education
- Entrance Difficulty
- Moderately difficult
- Type
- College/University
- Level
- Four Year School
- Coed Status
- Men and Women
- Highest Offering
- Doctorates
- City Type
- Small City
- Campus Size
- 560 acres
- Selectivity
- selective
- Setting
- suburban
- Academic Calendar
- Semester
- Highest Degree Offered
- Doctoral
- Control
- Public
- Institutional Control
- Public
- Graduate Out Of State Tuition
- 10920
- Undergraduate Out Of State Tuition
- 10610
- Instate Tuition Fees For Grad 1 Yr
- $6900
- Instate Tuition For Undergrad For 1 Yr
- $4350
- On Campus Room And Board Charges
- $9778
- Percentage Of Students Admitted
- 51.52
- Room Charge For 1 Yr On Sharing With 1 Person
- $6052
- Total Number Of Admissions
- 10432
- Total Number Of Applicants
- 20249
- Year Founded
- 1844
- Accredited
- true
- Additional Fees
- 1590
- Books Cost (estimate)
- 1000
- Graduate In State Tuition
- 6900
- Graduate Number Of Females
- 3105
- Graduate Number Of Males
- 1922
- Typical Board Cost
- 3335
- Typical Room And Board
- 8604
- Typical Room Cost
- 5269
- Undergraduate In State Tuition
- 4350
- Undergraduate Number Of Females
- 6056
- Undergraduate Number Of Males
- 5957
- Founded In
- 1844
- Instate Per Credit Hr For Pt Grad
- $288
- Instate Per Credit Hr For Pt Undergrad
- $181
- Undergraduate Application Fee
- $40
- Graduate Application Fee
- $75
- International Application Fee
- $40
- Application Deadline
- 3/1
- Application Fee
- $50
- Percent African American
- 8
- Percent Asian
- 6
- Percent Hispanic
- 7
- Percent Native American
- 1
- Percent Out Of State Students
- 5
- Web Site
- http://www.albany.edu/
