SUNY at Albany

Overview

The State University of New York at Albany, commonly known as SUNY Albany, occupies a modern campus characterized by its distinctive uptown campus with notable 1960s architecture and the downtown campus that reflects a historic charm rooted in the institution's 1844 founding. Located in New York's capital city of Albany, the school is in close proximity to a major political and economic hub. SUNY Albany offers a comprehensive array of undergraduate and graduate programs, with distinguished recognition in fields such as nanoscale science and engineering, criminal justice, public administration, and information science. The university maintains a moderately selective admissions process, accommodating a diverse student body with a broad range of academic interests. Housing is available on campus through a variety of residential complexes, designed to serve the needs of both undergraduate and graduate students. SUNY Albany's athletic teams, known as the Great Danes, compete at the NCAA Division I level, primarily in the America East Conference.

In the most recent statistical year 25,976 prospective students applied, and 17,639 were granted admission.  Of those admitted 2,651 enrolled in the school.  13,760 students are enrolled on a full time basis, and 2,898 attend part time. In-state tuition for 2022/2023, excluding room and board, is $7,070 plus fees of $3,338. University at Albany- SUNY is ranked 242 nationally in the CollegeSimply.com 2024 U.S. Colleges Ranking.