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Alfred State College Admission Requirements

Alfred, New York

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Your chances of getting into SUNY College of Technology at Alfred

Admission Rate & Difficulty

Percent Admitted 

81.7%
Admission Difficulty for SUNY College of Technology at Alfred
Measure Difficulty
Admission Standards Easy 
Applicant Competition Very Low 

Acceptance Rate

The acceptance rate at Alfred State College is 81.7%.  Its admission rate is the 109th lowest in New York.

Admission Selectivity

How hard is it to get into Alfred State College and can you get accepted?

SUNY College of Technology at Alfred is an easy school to get into and you have a very good chance of acceptance if you meet the admission criteria. Last year, 4,023 out of the 4,922 who applied were admitted.

SUNY College of Technology at Alfred typically accepts and attracts "B" average high school students with an average GPA around 3.1. 26% of those admitted chose to enroll in the school.

Can you get into Alfred State College?

82% are accepted, can you get in? Use the admission calculator to see if you have the grades and test scores needed to get in. See your admission chances based on your extracurriculars, intended major, background, and more.

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Admission Requirements in Brief

To have the best chance of getting into to SUNY College of Technology at Alfred you should:

  • Have a high school GPA of 3.1 or better
  • Earn B grades in high school
  • Score 1070 on the SAT
  • Score 22 on the ACT

Alfred State College GPA

GPA Requirements & Average GPA

Avg. High School GPA 

3.1

Typical High School Grades 

B

What GPA do you need to get into SUNY College of Technology at Alfred?

GPA Requirements

The GPA requirements for getting into Alfred State College are to have around a 3.1 high school GPA. You need about average high school grades.

If your high school grades are above the average 3.1 GPA, you have a very good chance of being admitted as Alfred State College accepts 82% of applicants.

Average GPA

The average unweighted GPA at Alfred State College is 3.1 on the 4.0 scale. To achieve the average GPA for admission, you need to earn B letter grades and regularly score around 83-86 percent on tests and assignments in high school.  The school ranks #102 in New York for highest average GPA.

Importance of GPA

Since Alfred State College is a test optional college, extra focus will be placed on your GPA when the school considers your application. As a result, it is very important that you meet the GPA requirements.

See additional colleges accepting applicants in the 3.1 GPA range.

Competitiveness by GPA Ranges

The table below outlines the number of admitted freshmen by GPA range as well as how competitive your GPA will be as compared with other applicants.

High School GPA's for admitted SUNY College of Technology at Alfred students
High School GPA Freshmen Within Range Competitiveness 
4.0 1.17% Good
3.75 to 3.99 15.74% Good
3.50 to 3.74 9.62% Avg +
3.25 to 3.49 10.5% Avg +
3.00 to 3.24 16.03% Avg -
2.50 to 2.99 26.44% Avg -
2.00 to 2.49 14.67% Reach
1.00 to 1.99 4.18% Reach
less than 1.00 4.18% Low

 What do these chances mean?

GPA Data Source, Peterson's Data 2022

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Alfred State College SAT Scores

Testing Requirements

Submission of SAT or ACT scores is not required for admission to SUNY College of Technology at Alfred. If you optionally submit test scores, they will be considered with your application, but they are not mandatory. 16% of students submitted SAT scores and 2% submitted ACT scores for admission for the most recent academic year..

SAT Requirements & Average SAT Score

SAT Range 

960-1180

Applicants Submitting SAT 

16%
SAT Scores for SUNY College of Technology at Alfred
SAT Test 25th Percentile Score
Reading 25th Percentile 470
Math 25th Percentile 490
Composite 25th Percentile 960
SAT Scores for SUNY College of Technology at Alfred
SAT Test 75th Percentile Score
Reading 75th Percentile 595
Math 75th Percentile 585
Composite 75th Percentile 1180
Average SAT Score 1070

SAT Scores you need to get in

What are the SAT requirements for you to be admitted to SUNY College of Technology at Alfred?

Average Score & Range

The average SAT score at Alfred State College is 1070 out of 1600 and the range for the middle 50% of accepted students is 960-1180. Students who get into SUNY College of Technology at Alfred score in the top 68 percent of all SAT test takers..  Alfred State College ranks #93 in the state of New York for highest average SAT composite score.

Score for Acceptance

You should target scoring 1070 or above to be most competitive with other applicants. Alfred State College regularly admits students with SAT scores down to 960 on a 1600 scale. However, three quarter of admitted students score higher. If you score below a 960, admission should be considered a reach. Some students may be accepted with minimum SAT's as low as 850, but scores this low are outside the normal range.

Score Submission Requirements

SUNY College of Technology at Alfred is a test optional school meaning do not have to submit SAT scores with your application. The position on SAT scores from the college is "not required for admission, but considered if submitted (test optional)".

View other colleges which accept students in the 1070 SAT score range.

Data Sources, IPEDS for Fall 2022 starting class

Chance of Acceptance by SAT Score

The table below outlines your predicted admission chances based on SAT score alone. If you are an average applicant with a score of 1070, you have around a 82% chance of being admitted. A 1180 places you well ahead of most other applicants and gives you about a 90% chance of getting in.

SUNY College of Technology at Alfred admission chances by SAT score
SAT Score (1600 scale) Competitiveness  Admission Chances 
1180 and Above Good >90%
1070 to 1180 Avg + 82%-90%
960 to 1070 Avg - 71%-82%
850 to 960 Reach 56%-71%
Less than 850 Low <56%
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Alfred State College ACT Scores

ACT Requirements & Average ACT Score

ACT Range 

19-25 

Applicants Submitting ACT 

2%
ACT Scores for SUNY College of Technology at Alfred
ACT Test 25th Percentile Score
Reading 25th Percentile 16
Math 25th Percentile 17
Composite 25th Percentile 19
ACT Scores for SUNY College of Technology at Alfred
ACT Test 75th Percentile Score
Reading 75th Percentile 26
Math 75th Percentile 27
Composite 75th Percentile 25
Average ACT Score 22

ACT Scores needed to get accepted

What are the ACT requirements for students to get into Alfred State College?

Score Range

The average ACT score for admitted students to Alfred State College is 22, while the middle 50% of students (25th to 75th percentile) score between a 19 and 25.  The school ranks #82 in New York for highest average ACT composite score.

Score for Acceptance

For the best chance of admission, you should have an ACT of 22. This will place you in solid competition against other applicants. At a minimum, you should aim for a 19 and score in the score in the top 56 percent nationally. The lowest ACT score likely to be admitted is a 16.

2 percent of applicants submit ACT scores to SUNY College of Technology at Alfred.

Score Submission Requirements

You do not have to to submit ACT scores with your application as SUNY College of Technology at Alfred is test optional. The policy from the school on ACT scores is "not required for admission, but considered if submitted (test optional)".

Find other colleges with similar ACT score requirements

Data Sources, IPEDS for Fall 2022 starting class

Chance of Acceptance by ACT Score

Here are your predicted chances of getting into Alfred State College for different ACT score ranges. A typical applicant with a 22 score has around 82% chance of getting in. Your odds increase to about 90% with a 25 ACT score.

SUNY College of Technology at Alfred admission chances by ACT score
ACT Score Competitiveness  Admission Chances 
25 and Above Good >90%
22 to 25 Avg + 82%-90%
19 to 22 Avg - 71%-82%
16 to 19 Reach 56%-71%
Less than 16 Low <56%
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Applying

Admission Statistics

Admission and enrollment rates by gender are detailed the the table below.

SUNY College of Technology at Alfred admission statistics
Women Men Total
Applied 2,006 2,916 4,922
Accepted 1,549 2,474 4,023
Acceptance Rate 77% 85% 82%
Enrolled 294 742 1,036
Percent of Admitted Who Enrolled (Admission Yield) 19% 30% 26%
Data Sources, IPEDS for Fall 2022 starting class

Application Fee

The cost for prospective students to apply to SUNY College of Technology at Alfred is $50.

Application Requirements

What are the requirements for admission to SUNY College of Technology at Alfred and what student information is used for admission decisions?

SUNY College of Technology at Alfred Application Requirements
Test Scores Not required for admission, but considered if submitted (Test Optional)
High School GPA Required to be considered for admission
High School Class Rank Not considered for admission, even if submitted
Completion of College Preparatory Program Not required for admission, but considered if submitted
Recommendations Not required for admission, but considered if submitted
Demonstration of Competencies Not required for admission, but considered if submitted

Credits Accepted

High School Credits Accepted at SUNY College of Technology at Alfred
AP Credit Yes
Dual Credit Yes
Credit for Life Experiences No

Admission Requirements Summary

Because SUNY College of Technology at Alfred is lightly competitive to get into, you have a very good chance of acceptance with the right GPA and test scores. If you have a 3.1 GPA, you are almost certain to getting in. Combining this with an SAT score of 1070 and ACT of 22 will almost guarantee your admission.

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Primary data source, U.S. Department of Education https://nces.ed.gov/collegenavigator/?id=196006 IPEDS survey data for SUNY College of Technology at Alfred.

Last updated February 24, 2024