What is Dual Admission?
Dual admission programs give students a clear pathway to begin their higher education experience at a community college with the intent to later transfer to a university. In UAlbany’s Dual Admissions Programs, you can work toward an associate degree at participating community college while planning ahead for a seamless transition to a bachelor’s degree program at the University at Albany.
Dual Admissions Programs at UAlbany
How Do Dual Admissions Programs Work?
Through the dual admissions program, you can start your college journey at one of UAlbany’s participating community college partners while preparing to transfer to UAlbany.
You’ll work toward an eligible associate degree at your community college and follow an academic pathway that aligns with a UAlbany bachelor’s degree program. Along the way, you may have access to UAlbany advisors, events and resources that help you feel connected before you officially transfer.
Once you complete your associate degree, meet the required GPA and satisfy any program-specific requirements, your eligible credits can transfer toward your bachelor’s degree at UAlbany.
Why Choose a Dual Admissions Program at UAlbany?
UAlbany’s Dual Admissions Programs are designed to make the transfer process more supportive, connected and predictable. As a dual admit student, you can start building your connection to UAlbany before you arrive on campus.
- Access to UAlbany resources, events and student activities
- Opportunities to connect with UAlbany faculty, students, and academic departments
- Personalized guidance related to admissions, financial aid, advising and campus life
- A clearer path toward completing your bachelor’s degree at a diverse Research 1 institution
- Priority on-campus housing and transfer scholarship opportunities for eligible students, depending on the specific dual admissions agreement
Frequently Asked Questions
Do dual admission students automatically transfer to UAlbany?
Dual admission students must still complete the required associate degree, meet the required GPA and satisfy any program-specific requirements before transferring to UAlbany. Eligible credits can transfer toward your bachelor’s degree, but grades and GPA do not.
Why choose dual admission instead of applying as a transfer student later?
Dual admission gives you a plan from the start. You can begin at a community college while staying connected to UAlbany through resources, advising, events and transfer support before you officially enroll.