Chances of getting into SUNY at Albany
Acceptance Rate
How hard is it to get into University at Albany- SUNY and can I get accepted?
The acceptance rate at University at Albany- SUNY is 68%. It ranks #63 in New York for lowest rate of acceptance. University at Albany- SUNY is a moderately competitive school to get into with a strong chance of acceptance if you meet the requirements. Last year, 14,458 out of 21,265 applicants were admitted.
The school has challenging admission requirements for SAT and ACT scores, generally admitting students who score in the top 40 percent (SAT 1090/1280 ACT 22/29). SUNY at Albany typically accepts and attracts "B+" average high school students with an average GPA around 3.3. Most incoming freshmen graduate in the top half of their high school class. 21% of those admitted chose to enroll in the school.
The University at Albany- SUNY application fee is $50 and applications are due by Mar 1.
Testing Requirements
You are required to submit admission test scores with your application. SUNY at Albany is not a test optional school. Note: Please consult the school directly to confirm the most up to date testing requirements.
University at Albany- SUNY SAT Scores
SAT Requirements & Average SAT Score
| SAT Test | 25th Percentile Score |
|---|---|
| SAT Reading 25th | 550 |
| SAT Math 25th | 540 |
| SAT Composite 25th | 1090 |
| SAT Test | 25th Percentile Score |
|---|---|
| SAT Reading 75th | 640 |
| SAT Math 75th | 640 |
| SAT Composite 75th | 1280 |
| Average SAT Score | 1190
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SAT Scores you need to get in
What are the SAT requirements for students to be admitted to SUNY at Albany?
Students who get into SUNY at Albany score in the top 43 percent of all SAT test takers.. The SAT composite score range for the middle 50% of students is 1090-1280. The school consistently admits SAT composite scores down to 1090 on a 1600 scale, below which admission should be considered a reach. We estimate some students could be accepted with SAT's as low as 990. The average SAT composite for admitted freshman is 1190 out of 1600. University at Albany- SUNY ranks #53 in New York for highest average SAT composite score. 15 percent of applicants submit SAT scores to the school.
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Data Sources, IPEDS for Fall 2021 starting classEstimated Chance of Acceptance by SAT Score
University at Albany- SUNY ACT Scores
ACT Requirements & Average ACT Score
| ACT Test | 25th Percentile Score |
|---|---|
| ACT Reading 25th | N/A |
| ACT Math 25th | N/A |
| ACT Composite 25th | 22 |
| ACT Test | 75th Percentile Score |
|---|---|
| ACT Reading 75th | N/A |
| ACT Math 75th | N/A |
| ACT Composite 75th | 29 |
| Average ACT Score | 25
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ACT Scores needed to get accepted
What are the ACT requirements for prospective students to get into University at Albany- SUNY?
University at Albany- SUNY regularly accepts students who score 22 and above on the ACT. These students typically score in the top 37 percent nationally. The ACT composite score range for the middle 50% of students is 22-29. We estimate the school accepting a minimum ACT composite score around 18 in some instances. Prospective students submitting an ACT composite of 26 or higher should be in the upper half of applicants - and students with a 29 and above have very competitive chances. The school ranks #66 in New York for highest average ACT composite score. 2 percent of applicants submit ACT scores to SUNY at Albany.
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Data Sources, IPEDS for Fall 2021 starting classEstimated Chance of Acceptance by ACT Score
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University at Albany- SUNY GPA
Estimated GPA Requirements & Average GPA
What GPA do you need to get into SUNY at Albany?
Applicants require above average high school grades to get into University at Albany- SUNY. The average high school GPA of the admitted freshman class at SUNY at Albany was 3.3 on the 4.0 scale indicating that primarily B+ students are accepted and ultimately attend. The school ranks #77 in New York for highest average GPA. If your high school GPA meets these requirements, there is a good chance you will be accepted as University at Albany- SUNY accepts 68% of students who apply.
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GPA Data Source, Peterson's Data 2022
High School Class Rank
81.9% of SUNY at Albany freshman were in the top half of their high school graduating class.
| High School Class Rank | Freshmen Within Range |
|---|---|
| Top 10% of class | 18.4% |
| Top 25% of class | 46% |
| Top 50% of class | 82% |
Applying
Admission Statistics
| Women | Men | Total | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Applied | 12,141 | 9,124 | 21,265 |
| Accepted | 8,587 | 5,871 | 14,458 |
| Acceptance Rate | 71% | 64% | 68% |
| Enrolled | 1,766 | 1,264 | 3,030 |
| Percent of Admitted Who Enrolled (Admission Yield) | 21% | 22% | 21% |
Fall 2023 Application Deadline
Applications were Due
Days left to Apply
The application deadline for Fall 2023 has passed. Applications were due on Mar 1, 2023.
Application Fee
The cost for prospective students to apply to SUNY at Albany is $50.
Application Requirements
What are the requirements for admission to SUNY at Albany and what student information is used for admission decisions?
| Test Scores | Required |
| High School GPA | Required |
| High School Class Rank | Recommended |
| Completion of College Preparatory Program | Required |
| Recommendations | Required |
| Demonstration of Competencies | Neither required nor recommended |
Credits Accepted
| AP Credit | Yes |
| Dual Credit | Yes |
| Credit for Life Experiences | No |
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Primary data source, U.S. Department of Education https://nces.ed.gov/collegenavigator/?id=196060 IPEDS survey data for SUNY at Albany.
FAQs
Does SUNY at Albany prefer SAT or ACT?
15% of students submit their SAT scores to University at Albany- SUNY. 2% of applicants send their ACT scores when applying.
What is my chance of getting into SUNY at Albany?
68% of those who apply are granted admission to University at Albany- SUNY. Admission competition is low and the college has challenging admission standards. See if your grades and scores are good enough for admission.
What SAT score is required for SUNY at Albany?
The middle 50% of addmitted applicants have SAT scores between 1090 and 1280. 15% of students submit SAT scores when applying. See if your SAT score is good enough for admission.
What ACT score is required for SUNY at Albany?
The middle 50% of addmitted applicants have ACT scores between 22 and 29. 2% of students submit ACT scores when applying. See if your ACT score is good enough for admission.