Albany State University
School Overview: Acceptance Rate, Tuition, and More
About Albany State University
School Type: Public
Religious Affiliation: Not applicable
Status: Non-profit
Military Friendly: Yes
Accreditation: regional
Albany State University is a medium-sized public university located on an urban campus in Albany, Georgia. It has a total undergraduate enrollment of 6,018, and admissions are selective, with an acceptance rate of 73%. The university offers 29 bachelor's degrees, has an average graduation rate of 23%, and a student-faculty ratio of 20:1. Tuition and fees for in-state students are $4,064, while tuition and fees for out-of-state students are $14,786.
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Admissions Breakdown
Acceptance Rate
Full-Time Student Retention Rate
Six-Year Graduation Rate of Full-Time, First-Time Students
Application Considerations
Test scoresConsidered (not required)
High school transcriptNot required or recommended
High school rankNot required or recommended
Letter of recommendationNot required or recommended
High school GPARequired
Open admissionYes
Completion of college prep programRequired
Test of English as a foreign language (TOEFL)Required
Transfer Credit Policy
Dual enrollmentYes
Credit for qualified life experience*Yes
Advance placement (AP) creditsYes
*This can include previous jobs, trainings, licenses/credentials, or seminars. You may need to complete an exam or provide a portfolio to earn credit.
SAT & ACT
ACT 25th-75th Percentile15-18
SAT 25th-75th Percentile740-900
Learning Environment
Student Body Stats
7k
Students enrolled
78%
Online student enrollment
20:1
Student to faculty ratio
Ways Students Can Learn
Demographics
White
8%
Unknown
5%
Black
81%
Hispanic
4%
Two or more races
2%
Non-U.S. Citizen
0%
Asian
0%
American Indian/Alaska Native
0%
Native Hawaiian/Pacific Islander
%
Socio-economic diversity
81% of students received an income-based Federal Pell Grant intended for low-income students.
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Online Programs
Offers Online Programs
Yes
Online Programs
22
Total Online Enrollment
5,107
Student Location Breakout
Bar graph visual depicting student location breakout percentages.78% online, 22% on-campus.
Percent of Programs Online
66% On-campus
34% Online
Types of Online Programs Offered
Certificates30% online
Associate31% online
Bachelor's24% online
Graduate Certificate100% online
Master's58% online
DoctorateNot offered
Student Charges
Tuition and Required Fees
| Student Level | In-state | Out-of-state |
|---|---|---|
| Undergraduate | $4,064 | $14,786 |
| Graduate | $3,438 | $13,716 |
Cost of Undergraduate Attendance
Costs based on full-time, first-time degree- or certificate-seeking undergraduates.
| Costs to Consider | Price |
|---|---|
| Books and supplies | $1,220 |
| On-campus room and board | $9,066 |
| On-campus other expenses | $3,400 |
| Off-campus (not with family) room and board | $10,406 |
| Off-campus (not with family) other expenses | $3,400 |
| Off-campus (with family) other expenses | $3,400 |
Total Undergraduate Cost
| Total cost by category | In-state | Out-of-state |
|---|---|---|
| On-campus | $17,750 | $28,472 |
| Off-campus without family | $19,090 | $29,812 |
| Off-campus with family | $8,684 | $19,406 |
Financial Breakdown
Students Receiving Aid
Federal Grant Aid
100%
State Grant Aid
28%
Institution Grant Aid
12%
Pell Grant
81%
Average Aid Awarded
Financial Outlook
$25k
Average student debtafter graduation
$27k
Average salary 6 years after starting school
Varsity Athletic Teams
NCAA Division I-FCS
of the overall student body is a member of an athletic team.
Participation
- Baseball
- Basketball
- Football
- Track Field Outdoor
- Soccer
- Softball
- Tennis
- Track Field Xcountry
- Volleyball
Degrees Awarded by Program
| # | Programs | BA | MA | Doc |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Biological And Biomedical Sciences. | |||
| 2 | Business, Management, Marketing, And Related Support Services. | |||
| 3 | Communication, Journalism, And Related Programs. | |||
| 4 | Computer And Information Sciences And Support Services. | |||
| 5 | Education. | |||
| 6 | English Language And Literature/Letters. | |||
| 7 | Health Professions And Related Programs. | |||
| 8 | History. | |||
| 9 | Homeland Security, Law Enforcement, Firefighting And Related Protective Services. | |||
| 10 | Mathematics And Statistics. | |||
| 11 | Multi/Interdisciplinary Studies. | |||
| 12 | Physical Sciences. | |||
| 13 | Psychology. | |||
| 14 | Public Administration And Social Service Professions. | |||
| 15 | Social Sciences. | |||
| 16 | Visual And Performing Arts. |
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