Undergraduate Admissions

The University at Albany is home to dreamers and achievers – just like you.

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Due to a record number of applications and exceptionally strong interest, we are no longer accepting enrollment deposits and have officially closed the first-year, in-person University at Albany Class of 2030. Please reach out to [email protected] with any questions.

 

Become One of the Greats.

We know there’s greatness already in you – it’s been there all along. Our offer to you is a simple one: let us help you be the best you. To get you to see what we see — a blazing potential that’s ready to be unleashed.


Apply to UAlbany

Apply as a first-year student if you are a high school student, or have a high school degree, and want to enroll in an undergraduate degree program. 

Apply as a transfer student if you are or were attending another college and want to enroll in an undergraduate degree program. 

Apply as an international student if you are a citizen of any country besides the United States and want to enroll in an undergraduate degree program as a first-year or transfer student. 

Apply as a visiting student if you want to take undergraduate classes without enrolling in a degree program. 

Apply for readmission if you withdrew from UAlbany and want to re-enroll. 

Apply for dual admission with UAlbany and the SUNY Adirondack, Borough of Manhattan Community College (BMCC), Fulton-Montgomery Community College (SUNY FMCC), or Hudson Valley Community College (HVCC).

 

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Schools & Colleges

1438

World-Class Faculty

170+

Research Labs & Centers

250+

Student Clubs

16:1

Student-Faculty Ratio

19

NCAA Division I Athletic Teams

COSTS 2025-2026:

NYS Resident Tuition: $7,070
Out-of-State Tuition: $24,910
Room, Board & Fees: $20,398

ENROLLMENT:

12,889 undergraduates
4,537 graduate students
2,801 new first-years
1,258 new transfers

CAMPUS INFO:

UAlbany is one of only 146 Research 1 institutions in the nation.

UAlbany's students and faculty represent more than 100 nations.

UAlbany is one of only 290 institutions with a chapter of Phi Beta Kappa.

Campus at a Glance


"Best College Value"

— Forbes

"Top 100 Public Universities in the U.S."

— Times Higher Education

“Best Colleges in the U.S.”

— U.S. News & World Report

Preparing for Your Future  

Albany is New York’s state capital and the third largest seat of government in the United States.

As a Research I institution, the University at Albany’s location in the heart of TechValley provides unique research and work opportunities. Our students learn in state-of-the-art laboratories and work alongside those who are making a global impact.  

Our location and partnerships give UAlbany students direct access to internship and volunteering opportunities with well-known organizations, ranging from the Department of Health to GlobalFoundries.  

Many of our graduates find jobs right here in the Capital Region, which has vast opportunities in government, technology, business, healthcare and education. The area is home to General Electric, Philips Healthcare, Naval Nuclear Laboratory and Regeneron. 

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Seal of Excelencia

For over 180 years, the University at Albany has provided students from all walks of life the opportunity to pursue a dynamic and equitable education.  In recognition of these efforts, the University recently earned recertification for the Seal of Excelencia. Granted initial certification in 2022, UAlbany was the first public school in New York State and the first Research 1 institution in the Northeast to receive the recognition.

Other accolades include a Carnegie Classification of Institutions of Higher Education, a five-star rating from the Campus Pride Index, eight consecutive National HEED Diversity Awards from Insight into Academia magazine and Princeton Review’s 2025 Mental Health Honor Roll. For these accomplishments and more, visit our Rankings page.

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Get Ready to be UAlbany Bound

While you’re waiting for your admissions decision, get to know our campus community better. 

 

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Living-Learning Communities

Find your community on campus. Live and take classes with other incoming students who share your personal interests, passions or intended academic major.

Learn about Living-Learning Communities

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Honors College

A key component of meaningful learning is conversation and that the best conversations happen when people feel comfortable sharing their diverse perspectives. The Honors College values and welcomes differences within our community and recognize that these are our strengths.

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Student Life

UAlbany’s campus is bustling with opportunities for you to get involved. Join one of our 250+ clubs and organizations, cheer on our 18 NCAA Division I teams, run for Student Association office, and so much more.

Learn about Student Life

Office of Undergraduate Admissions
University Hall 112

1400 Washington Avenue
Albany, NY 12222
United States

Email
[email protected]
Phone
518-442-5435
Fax
518-437-3617
Office Hours

Appointments: 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. Monday to Friday

Phones: 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. Monday to Friday