You’ll choose from over 50 undergraduate majors and more than 150 graduate programs that prepare you to succeed in a wide range of fields.
In every area of study, you’ll be instructed by faculty who are world-class scholars and teachers ─ many actively engaged in life-enhancing research that contributes profoundly to the public good. As mentors, they provide numerous student-research opportunities at both the undergraduate and graduate levels, inspiring you to advance your skills and aspirations.
#70
Top Public Colleges in the U.S. - 2024
U.S. News & World Report
#40
Top Public Colleges in the U.S. – 2024
Wall Street Journal
#88
America’s Best Value Colleges - 2019
Forbes
Nationally Renowned Programs
The excellence of a UAlbany education is recognized by many independent sources. UAlbany is ranked among the top universities in Forbes’ “America’s Best Public Colleges,” and U.S. News & World Report consistently ranks many of our graduate programs among the top 50 in the United States, including clinical psychology, criminal justice, library and information studies, public affairs, public health, sociology and social work.
#2
Public School of Education in NY
U.S. News & World Report - 2023
#4
Best Graduate Public Affairs Programs in NY
U.S. News & World Report - 2023
#1
Top Graduate Schools for Criminology in NY
U.S. News & World Report - 2023
#5
Best public health graduate schools in NY
U.S. News & World Report - 2023
Commitment to Diversity
The University at Albany is committed to upholding an environment rich in diversity and inclusion where all members of our community are treated with dignity and respect. We recognize that this is a journey but believe that in working together, we can actively engage to identify actionable items addressing issues of campus climate.
Seal of Excelencia for commitment to Latina/o student success
2022-2025 Excelencia in Education
Highlighted as national leader in advancing racial equity - 2020
Education Trust
National ‘HEED’ Diversity Award 2018, 2019, 2020, 2021, 2022
INSIGHT into Diversity Magazine
Career Preparation
UAlbany prepares you to pursue careers in a wide range of professions and enter top graduate, law or medical schools. You’ll have access to internships and career preparation in Fortune 500 businesses and in every field, plus early assurance options with Albany Medical Center and a unique partnership with Albany Law School. Recent additions to our academic offerings include some of the most in-demand programs today, such as computer engineering, homeland security, emergency preparedness, digital forensics, financial market regulation and public health.
Top 7%
Top performers in social mobility - 2024
U.S. News & World Report
Top 15%
Top national universities based on contributions to public good - 2023
Washington Monthly
Top 6%
Top Social Mobility Elevators - 2020
Education Reform Now
Top 6%
Economic Mobility Index – 2022
Third Way
Strategic Location
The Capital Region of New York State has the highest employment rate in Upstate New York, and is home to bustling industries like government, technology, business, healthcare and education. The University's location provides you with limitless opportunities for internships and public service through which you will gain experience, test your skills, and prepare to launch a successful career.