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Alfred University was originally founded as the Select School in 1836. The Seventh Day Baptists established it as a non-sectarian institution. It is now a small and comprehensive university located in the Village of Alfred in Western New York. Alfred University's recent enrollments have been more than 2,000 undergraduates and approximately 300 graduate students every year.
The university offers over 60 majors and concentrations, and students can choose from bachelor’s, master’s as well as doctorate degrees. The academic divisions of Alfred University include:
The sports teams of the university are known as the Saxons. The teams participate in alpine skiing, basketball, cross country, lacrosse, soccer, softball, swimming and diving, tennis, track and field, volleyball, football, and equestrian. Students are also members of several Greek social organizations including the Zeta Beta Tau, Lambda Chi Alpha, Kappa Sigma, Alpha Chi Rho, Delta Zeta, Theta Theta Chi, and Sigma Chi Nu.
Alfred can be found in Alfred, NY (a self-contained town). The school is a private, not-for-profit institution. The Doctoral degree is the highest degree at Alfred.
The range of program offerings available from the school is especially impressive compared to its number of students. The most common majors at Alfred are in engineering, fine arts, and therapy and counseling.
The school does not have an open admissions system. Not everyone who applies is accepted. Only 25% of students scored 500 or lower in 2007-2008 on the verbal SAT test. Math SAT scores at Alfred centered around 510 to 620, but ranged both higher and lower.
Classes at the school are less crowded than at many schools. A tenure system is one way Alfred works to keep a high-quality staff.
In 2007-2008, 2,436 students were enrolled in the school.
Alfred has a residential or campus feel. Student dorms or apartments are common at the school. Alfred student athletes compete in Empire Eight competitions.
The school reports its educational mission is:
"Alfred University is a student-centered comprehensive university offering a remarkable breadth of outstanding programs. It is at once small and complex, rural and globally connected, private and public, undergraduate and graduate, steeped in history yet focused on the future. AlfredÆs intimate atmosphere fosters the interplay of diverse perspectives and a strong sense of community. The universityÆs personalized approach to education is aimed at enabling all students to grow intellectually, creatively, and personally. Alfred is committed to both teaching and research, to combining technical expertise, artistic creativity and humanistic concerns, and to maintaining academic rigor in a caring environment. Uniting the university community is a common dedication to innovation, open-minded inquiry, and service to society."
More complete details are provided below.
Alfred University
One Saxon Drive
Alfred, NY 14802-1205
General Phone: (607) 871-2111
http://www.alfred.edu
| General Category | Degrees | Most Common Majors [see all] |
|---|---|---|
| Fine Arts | 162 | ceramics, fine arts, sculpture |
| Engineering | 96 | ceramic engineering, mechanical engineering, electrical engineering, materials engineering, various engineering courses, biomedical engineering |
| Therapy and Counseling | 83 | school psychology, psychology |
| Education and Teaching | 83 | school counseling, reading teaching, elementary school teaching, education courses |
| Business and Management | 59 | business management, accounting, marketing, finance |
| Liberal Arts | 38 | English, history, Spanish language, political science, sociology, liberal arts and sciences, interdisciplinary studies, diversity studies, ... |
| Science | 25 | biology, chemistry, physics, biological and physical sciences, geology |
| Media | 8 | communication studies |
| Security and Law Enforcement | 6 | criminal justice and administration |
| Conservation and Resource Management | 6 | environmental studies |
| Nutrition and Exercise Therapy | 4 | athletic trainer |
| Drama and Performing Arts | 4 | drama |
| Computer Science and Engineering | 3 | computer and info science |
| Photography and Commercial Art | 3 | commercial art |
| Mathematics | 1 | mathematics |
| Medical Administration | 0 | health care administration |
| Religion and Philosophy | 0 | philosophy |
| Medicine | 0 | gerontology |
| Family and Social Work | 0 | public administration, community organization |
Number of programs and degrees for Alfred in 2008-2009:
| Degree Level | Total Awarded | Number of Programs |
|---|---|---|
| Bachelor's degree | 416 | 43 |
| Master's degree | 111 | 16 |
| Post-master's certificate | 43 | 2 |
| Doctor's degree | 11 | 4 |
In 2007-2008, Alfred had a total enrollment of 2,436 students (2,550 full-time equivalent).
Students in the Freshman Class:
| Group | Percent |
|---|---|
| Men | 56% |
| Women | 44% |
| Full-Time | 100% |
| Part-Time | 0% |
Students By Class:
| Group | Percent |
|---|---|
| Undergraduate | 71% |
| Graduate | 29% |
| Race | Percent |
|---|---|
| White | 62% |
| Black | 5% |
| Hispanic | 3% |
| Asian | 2% |
| American Indian | 0% |
| Unknown | 24% |
| (Foreign Students) | 4% |
Students by Age:
| Age | Percent |
|---|---|
| Under 18 | 4% |
| 18-19 | 36% |
| 20-21 | 30% |
| 22-24 | 16% |
| 25-29 | 6% |
| 30-34 | 3% |
| 35-39 | 2% |
| 40-49 | 2% |
| 50-64 | 1% |
Incoming (Freshman) Students by Place of Residence:
(From available data sampling)
| Residence | Percent |
|---|---|
| New York | 72% |
| Pennsylvania | 7% |
| New Jersey | 3% |
| Maine | 2% |
| (International Students) | 2% |
| Massachusetts | 2% |
| Maryland | 2% |
| New Hampshire | 1% |
| Ohio | 1% |
| Connecticut | 1% |
| California | 1% |
| Vermont | 1% |
| Illinois | 1% |
| Hawaii | 1% |
Retention Rates (2007):
| Group | Returning From Previous Year |
|---|---|
| Full-Time | 79 % |
Alfred offers campus housing for 1,425 of its 2,550 (full-time) students. Freshmen are required to live on campus.
(Please refer to our profile of Alfred, New York for details about the area surrounding the campus. Also see our list of other New York Colleges).
The school does not offer students a meal plan.
Acceptances:
| Group | Applicants | Accepted | Percent Accepted | Enrolled | Percent of Accepted Enrolled |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Total | 2,557 | 1,945 | 76% | 502 | 26% |
| Men | 1,428 | 1,066 | 75% | 283 | 27% |
| Women | 1,129 | 879 | 78% | 219 | 25% |
Standardized Test Scores:
| Test | 25th Percentile | 75th Percetile |
|---|---|---|
| SAT Verbal | 500 | 610 |
| SAT Math | 510 | 620 |
| ACT Verbal | 20 | 27 |
| ACT Math | 20 | 26 |
| ACT Composite | 21 | 26 |
Application Requirements:
| Item | Requirement |
|---|---|
| GPA | required |
| Class Rank | recommended |
| High School Record | required |
| College Prep Program | recommended |
| Recommendations | required |
| Formal Demonstration of Competence | required |
| Standardized Tests (SAT and/or ACT) | required |
| Percent of Applicants Submitting SAT | 92% |
| Percent of Applicants Submitting ACT | 28% |
| TOEFL (Test of English as a Foreign Language) | required |
| Other Standardized Tests | not required |
Expenses and Financial Aid:
| Expense | Amount |
|---|---|
| In-state tuition and fees | $ 24,278 |
| Out-of-state tuition and fees | $ 24,278 |
| Room and board | $ 10,796 |
| Room charge | $ 5,596 |
| Board (meal plan) charge | $ 5,200 |
| Books and supplies | $ 900 |
| Other expenses | $ 1,400 |
Financial Aid:
Alfred participates in Federal Title IV financial aid programs. (The school's OPE ID is 266800)
Alfred has a tenure system for faculty.
Tenure Status of Faculty (2008-2009):
| Full-Time Faculty Level | Men | Women |
|---|---|---|
| Tenured | 61 | 37 |
| Non-tenured, but on tenure track | 19 | 23 |
| Non-tenured and not on tenure track | 11 | 7 |
Salaries for full-time faculty:
Full-Time Faculty (2008-2009):
| Full-Time Faculty Level | Contract Length | Number Men | Avg Salary Men | Number Women | Avg Salary Women |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Professor | academic year | 43 | $82,723 | 21 | $69,512 |
| Associate professor | academic year | 18 | $64,391 | 18 | $57,013 |
| Assistant professor | academic year | 28 | $54,530 | 23 | $48,093 |
| Instructor | academic year | 1 | * | 4 | $41,000 |
| Lecturer | academic year | 0 | * | 1 | * |
| No academic rank | academic year | 1 | * | 0 | * |
| All faculty total | academic year | 91 | $69,439 | 67 | $56,480 |
*: salaries are not displayed where there are fewer than 3 professors in the category.
Athletic Conferences:
| Sport | Conference |
|---|---|
| Football | Empire Eight |
| Basketball | Empire Eight |
| Track | Empire Eight |
BUSINESS AND MANAGEMENT
Accounting
Business Administration and Management, General
Finance, General
Marketing/Marketing Management, General
COMPUTER SCIENCE AND ENGINEERING
Computer and Information Sciences, General
CONSERVATION AND RESOURCE MANAGEMENT
Environmental Studies
DRAMA AND PERFORMING ARTS
Drama and Dramatics/Theatre Arts, General
EDUCATION AND TEACHING
Counselor Education/School Counseling and Guidance Services
Education, Other
Elementary Education and Teaching
Reading Teacher Education
ENGINEERING
Biomedical/Medical Engineering
Ceramic Sciences and Engineering
Electrical, Electronics and Communications Engineering
Engineering, Other
Materials Engineering
Mechanical Engineering
FAMILY AND SOCIAL WORK
Community Organization and Advocacy
Public Administration
FINE ARTS
Ceramic Arts and Ceramics
Fine/Studio Arts, General
Sculpture
LIBERAL ARTS
Economics, General
English Language and Literature, General
French Language and Literature
General Studies
German Language and Literature
History, General
Intercultural/Multicultural and Diversity Studies
International/Global Studies
Liberal Arts and Sciences/Liberal Studies
Multi-/Interdisciplinary Studies, Other
Political Science and Government, General
Sociology
Spanish Language and Literature
MATHEMATICS
Mathematics, General
MEDIA
Communication Studies/Speech Communication and Rhetoric
MEDICAL ADMINISTRATION
Health/Health Care Administration/Management
NUTRITION AND EXERCISE THERAPY
Athletic Training/Trainer
PHOTOGRAPHY AND COMMERCIAL ART
Commercial and Advertising Art
RELIGION AND PHILOSOPHY
Philosophy
SCIENCE
Biological and Physical Sciences
Biology/Biological Sciences, General
Chemistry, General
Geology/Earth Science, General
Physics, General
SECURITY AND LAW ENFORCEMENT
Criminal Justice/Law Enforcement Administration
(Details are provided further down on this page.)
What Sets Alfred Apart:
| Category | Trophy | |
|---|---|---|
| % of degrees in fine arts (vs. all colleges) | Top 4% |  |
| Dorm rooms per full-time student (vs. all colleges) | Top 8% | |
| % of degrees in engineering (vs. all colleges) | Top 10% | |
| Number of degree programs (vs. all colleges) | Top 10% | |
| Faculty/student ratio (full-time) (vs. all colleges) | Top 13% | |
| % of degrees in therapy and counseling (vs. all colleges) | Top 17% | |
| % of degrees in conservation and resource management (for colleges of its size and type) | Top 19% | |
| % of degrees in mathematics (vs. colleges of similar size) | Top 20% | |
Notable:
Accepts some high school credits Grants credits for AP courses Career counseling Career services Student employment services Option to study abroad Offers part-time study On-campus library Offers campus housing Tenure system for quality teaching Has ROTC (army) NCAA athletic conference member
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