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Alfred University

Alfred University is a small, private institution located in Alfred, ny. Founded in 1836, Alfred University offers undergraduate degrees in 61 majors.

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Key stats

college-type 4 Year, Private
athletics Division 3
undergraduates 1,305 undergraduates
cost $37,644 undergraduate tuition
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Admissions

Will I get into Alfred University? Here’s what we know about who has! SAT/ACT scores are considered but not required to apply. Check here for college application deadline info or visit the school’s website.

Acceptance rate 50.6%
SAT score average 1211
ACT score average N/A
Average high school GPA N/A
Application fee N/A
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Key deadlines

June
30
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Academics

The degree program or major you pursue is major! Alfred University is known for one of its top majors: Fine and Studio Arts. Their student-faculty ratio is 10:1.

Graduation rate
Retention Rate
10 :1
Student to faculty ratio

Popular degree programs

Arts, Design, and Humanities
Social Sciences and Psychology
Engineering and Technology
Business and Management
Health and Medical Professions
Education and Teaching
Natural Sciences and Environmental Studies

Popular majors

Fine and Studio Arts
Mental and Social Health Services and Allied Professions
Mechanical Engineering
Psychology, General
Public Administration
Business Administration, Management and Operations
Student Counseling and Personnel Services

Annual tuition & cost

In state

Undergraduate tuition $37,644
Additional expenses
Room & board $13,560
Books & supplies $1,300
Other expenses $2,100
Cost of attendance* $54,604
Average financial aid package $34,654
Estimated cost $19,950 See my potential costs

Out of state

Undergraduate tuition $37,644
Additional expenses
Room & board $13,560
Books & supplies $1,300
Other expenses $2,100
Cost of attendance* $54,604
Average financial aid package $34,654
Estimated cost $19,950 See my potential costs

June 30 FAFSA® deadline

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Student population

Who’s going to be there? Alfred University has a total undergraduate enrollment of 1,305, with gender binary students split 48% male and 52% female.

Total enrollment

1,906

Enrollment by gender

Male
Female

Enrollment & ethnicity

White %
51%
African American %
8%
Hispanic American %
9%
Asian %
1%
Native American %
0%
Hawaiian/Pacific Islander %
0%
Multiracial %
2%
Unknown %
29%

Student type

Full-time
Living on campus
International

Campus life

Find your people & try new things

At Alfred University, students love their Carribean Student Association, student athletes compete in Division 3 sports, and freshmen are required to live on campus.

Campus info

map One Saxon Drive, Alfred, NY 14802-1205
phone 607-871-2111
address www.alfred.edu/
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Popular clubs & activities

Carribean student association

Student activities board

Art force 5

Student senate

clubs
announcement

Athletics

NCAA Division levelDivision 3
Varsity sportsYes
Intramural sportsYes
greek-life

Greek life

Female
Male

Frequently asked questions

Get answers to common questions about Alfred University to help you figure out where you want to apply.

Where is Alfred University?

Alfred University is located in Alfred, ny.

What is the acceptance rate at Alfred University? 

The acceptance rate for Alfred University is 51%.

What’s the average GPA for Alfred University?

The average high school GPA for Alfred University students was N/A.

How much does it cost for 4 years at Alfred University?  

The estimated cost for 4 years at Alfred University including tuition, room and board, and books and other fees is $218,416.

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