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Alfred can be found in Alfred, New York (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, therapy and counseling, and conservation and resource management.
The school does not have an open admissions system. Not everyone who applies is accepted. Only 25% of students scored 500 or lower in 2005 on the verbal SAT test. Math SAT scores at Alfred centered around 520 to 610, but ranged both higher and lower. People attending the school come from a variety of states around the country.
Classes at Alfred are less crowded than at many schools. A tenure system is one way the school works to keep a high-quality staff. Instructors at Alfred are well-paid.
In 2005, 2,235 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. AlfredĘs intimate atmosphere fosters the interplay of diverse perspectives and a strong sense of community. The universityĘs 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 Dr
Alfred, NY 14802-1205
General Phone: (607) 871-2111
Admissions Phone: (607) 871-2115
Financial Aid Phone: (607) 871-2159
http://www.alfred.edu
Alfred awarded degrees in these major categories in 2005:
| General Category | Degrees | Most Common Majors [see all] |
|---|---|---|
| Fine Arts | 141 | ceramics, fine arts studies, sculpture |
| Education And Teaching | 93 | school counseling, reading teaching, elementary school teaching, chemistry teaching, biology teaching, science teaching, business teaching, math teaching, ... |
| Engineering | 79 | ceramic engineering, mechanical engineering, electrical engineering, various engineering courses, materials engineering, biomedical engineering |
| Therapy And Counseling | 78 | school psychology, psychology |
| Business And Management | 68 | business management, accounting, marketing |
| Liberal Arts | 50 | history, English, political science, sociology, diversity studies, general studies, Spanish language, German language, ... |
| Science | 21 | biology, geology, chemistry, physics |
| Security And Law Enforcement | 16 | criminal justice and administration |
| Media | 16 | communication and journalism |
| Conservation And Resource Management | 11 | environmental studies |
| Family And Social Work | 11 | community organization, public administration |
| Religion And Philosophy | 10 | philosophy |
| Computer Science And Engineering | 5 | computer and info science |
| Mathematics | 3 | mathematics |
| Nutrition And Exercise Therapy | 2 | athletic trainer |
| Drama And Performing Arts | 1 | drama |
| Medical Adminstration | 0 | health care administration |
| Medicine | 0 | gerontology |
Number of programs and degrees for Alfred in 2005:
| Degree Level | Total Awarded | Number of Programs |
|---|---|---|
| Bachelor's degree | 430 | 40 |
| Master's degree | 124 | 22 |
| Post-master's certificate | 36 | 2 |
| Doctor's degree | 15 | 4 |
In 2005, Alfred had a total enrollment of 2,235 students (2,113 full-time equivalent).
Students in the Freshman Class (2005):
| Group | Percent |
|---|---|
| Men | 56% |
| Women | 44% |
| Full-Time | 99% |
| Part-Time | 1% |
More details are available, using 2004 data:
Students By Class (2004):
| Group | Percent |
|---|---|
| Undergraduate | 81% |
| Graduate | 19% |
| Race | Percent |
|---|---|
| White | 80% |
| Black | 4% |
| Hispanic | 3% |
| Asian | 1% |
| American Indian | 0% |
| Other Races | 9% |
| (Foreign Students) | 3% |
Incoming (Freshman) Students by Place of Residence (2004):
(From available data sampling)
| Residence | Percent |
|---|---|
| New York | 65% |
| Pennsylvania | 8% |
| New Jersey | 3% |
| Massachusetts | 2% |
| Vermont | 2% |
| Maryland | 2% |
| Connecticut | 2% |
| Foreign countries | 2% |
| Maine | 2% |
| Ohio | 2% |
| Virginia | 1% |
| New Hampshire | 1% |
| Washington | 1% |
| California | 1% |
| North Carolina | 1% |
| Michigan | 1% |
| Rhode Island | 1% |
| Oregon | 1% |
Retention Rates (2004):
| Group | Returning From Previous Year |
|---|---|
| Full-Time | 82 % |
Alfred offers campus housing for 1,350 of its 2,113 (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 | 2,134 | 1,640 | 77% | 432 | 26% |
| Men | 1,100 | 847 | 77% | 243 | 29% |
| Women | 1,034 | 793 | 77% | 189 | 24% |
Standardized Test Scores:
| Test | 25th Percentile | 75th Percetile |
|---|---|---|
| SAT Verbal | 500 | 620 |
| SAT Math | 520 | 610 |
| ACT Composite | 22 | 27 |
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 | 94% |
| Percent of Applicants Submitting ACT | 26% |
| TOEFL (Test of English as a Foreign Language) | required |
| Other Standardized Tests | not required |
Admissions Phone Number: (607) 871-2115
Expenses and Financial Aid:
| Expense | Amount |
|---|---|
| In-state tuition and fees | $ 20,960 |
| Out-of-state tuition and fees | $ 20,960 |
| Room and board | $ 9,746 |
| Room charge | $ 5,076 |
| Board (meal plan) charge | $ 4,714 |
| Books and supplies | $ 850 |
| Other expenses | $ 1,200 |
Financial Aid:
Alfred participates in Federal Title IV financial aid programs. (The school's OPE ID is 266800)
Financial Aid Phone Number: (607) 871-2159
Alfred has a tenure system for faculty.
Salaries for full-time faculty:
Full-Time Faculty (2004):
| Full-Time Faculty Level | Contract Length | Number Men | Avg Salary Men | Number Women | Avg Salary Women |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Professor | academic year | 57 | $74,337 | 16 | $69,148 |
| Associate professor | academic year | 17 | $60,823 | 17 | $53,766 |
| Assistant professor | academic year | 27 | $51,634 | 30 | $45,007 |
| Instructor | academic year | 1 | * | 7 | $40,764 |
| All faculty total | academic year | 102 | $65,758 | 70 | $52,228 |
*: salaries are not displayed where there are fewer than 3 professors in the category.
Athletic Conferences (2005):
| Sport | Conference |
|---|---|
| Football | Empire Eight |
| Basketball | Empire Eight |
| Track | Empire Eight |
BUSINESS AND MANAGEMENT
Accounting
Business Administration and Management, 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
Art Teacher Education
Biology Teacher Education
Business Teacher Education
Chemistry Teacher Education
Counselor Education/School Counseling and Guidance Services
Elementary Education and Teaching
English/Language Arts Teacher Education
Mathematics Teacher Education
Reading Teacher Education
Science Teacher Education/General Science Teacher Education
Social Studies 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 Arts and Art Studies, Other
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
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, Journalism, and Related Programs, Other
MEDICAL ADMINSTRATION
Health/Health Care Administration/Management
NUTRITION AND EXERCISE THERAPY
Athletic Training/Trainer
RELIGION AND PHILOSOPHY
Philosophy
SCIENCE
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 5% |  |
| Dorm rooms per full-time student (vs. all colleges) | Top 8% | |
| Faculty/student ratio (full-time) (vs. all colleges) | Top 10% | |
| Number of degree programs (vs. all colleges) | Top 10% | |
| % of degrees in engineering (vs. all colleges) | Top 12% | |
| % of students from other states (vs. all colleges) | Top 16% | |
| % of degrees in therapy and counseling (vs. all colleges) | Top 19% | |
| Salaries of full-time faculty (vs. all colleges) | Top 19% | |
| % of degrees in conservation and resource management (vs. colleges with similar degree levels) | Top 20% | |
Notable:
Accepts some high school credits Grants credits for AP courses Career counseling Career placement services Student employment services Option to study abroad Offers campus housing 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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