Alfred State is in a self-contained town, in Alfred, New York. The school is classified as a public college. Students at Alfred State earn degrees up to the Bachelor's degree.
The most common major fields study at the school include engineering technician and construction trades.
Alfred State does not admit all applicants. The middle range of verbal SAT scores in 2005 was 430 to 530 for students at the school. While math SAT scores among applicants varied, those accepted commonly had scores between 440 and 560.
Some professors at Alfred State are awarded tenure, allowing the school to retain good faculty members.
The school, in 2005, had 3,304 students (3,141 full-time equivalent).
Alfred State is not thought of as a commuter school, and many students live on campus or nearby. Dorm living is common. Alfred State makes available student meal plans.
The school reports its educational mission is:
"Alfred State College is a public institution of higher learning, located in a pristine rural setting that attracts students who are dedicated to becoming intentional learners. Alfred State College leverages its rural setting to create a community of intentional learners that includes faculty, staff, and the community."
More complete details are provided below.
SUNY College Of Technology At Alfred
Alfred, NY 14802
General Phone: (607) 587-4111
Admissions Phone: (607) 587-4215
Financial Aid Phone: (607) 587-4253
http://www.alfredstate.edu/
Alfred State awarded degrees in these major categories in 2005:
| General Category | Degrees | Most Common Majors [see all] |
|---|---|---|
| Engineering Technician | 214 | architectural engineering tech, mechanical engineering tech, drafting and design tech, surveying tech, electrical/electronic tech, industrial production tech, electronics tech, computer engineering tech, ... |
| Mechanics And Repair | 122 | automobile mechanics, autobody repair, diesel mechanics, vehicle maintenance |
| Construction Trades | 114 | construction trades, electrician, pipefitting, masonry |
| Liberal Arts | 86 | humanities, liberal arts and sciences |
| Computer Science And Engineering | 73 | computer support, information science, computer and info science |
| Business And Management | 61 | business management, accounting technology, merchandising and sales, financial management, small business operations, banking |
| Family And Social Work | 49 | community organization, foodservice management |
| Medical Adminstration | 38 | medical records tech, medical secretary |
| Nursing And Emergency Medicine | 37 | registered nursing |
| Medical Support And Technology | 34 | veterinary assistant, medical lab tech |
| Design | 19 | design and applied arts |
| Law | 15 | court reporting |
| Production Trades | 11 | machine shop assistant |
| Landscaping And Horticulture | 9 | ornamental horticulture |
| Engineering | 9 | engineering |
| Nutrition And Exercise Therapy | 9 | sports and fitness management |
| Science And Laboratory Technician | 7 | science tech |
| Animal Science And Care | 6 | animal science |
| Agricultural Science And Management | 4 | agriculture, agricultural operations |
Number of programs and degrees for Alfred State in 2005:
| Degree Level | Total Awarded | Number of Programs |
|---|---|---|
| Associate's degree | 745 | 43 |
| Bachelor's degree | 155 | 9 |
| Award of at least 1 but less than 2 academic years | 17 | 5 |
In 2005, Alfred State had a total enrollment of 3,304 students (3,141 full-time equivalent).
Students in the Freshman Class (2005):
| Group | Percent |
|---|---|
| Men | 71% |
| Women | 29% |
| Full-Time | 99% |
| Part-Time | 1% |
More details are available, using 2004 data:
Students By Class (2004):
| Group | Percent |
|---|---|
| Undergraduate | 100% |
| Race | Percent |
|---|---|
| White | 89% |
| Black | 5% |
| Hispanic | 3% |
| Asian | 1% |
| American Indian | 0% |
| (Foreign Students) | 2% |
Students by Age (2004):
| Age | Percent |
|---|---|
| Under 18 | 2% |
| 18-19 | 47% |
| 20-21 | 25% |
| 22-24 | 10% |
| 25-29 | 5% |
| 30-34 | 3% |
| 35-39 | 3% |
| 40-49 | 4% |
| 50-64 | 1% |
Incoming (Freshman) Students by Place of Residence (2004):
(From available data sampling)
| Residence | Percent |
|---|---|
| New York | 94% |
| Pennsylvania | 2% |
| Ohio | 1% |
| New Jersey | 1% |
Retention Rates (2004):
| Group | Returning From Previous Year |
|---|---|
| Full-Time | 79 % |
Alfred State offers campus housing for 2,501 of its 3,141 (full-time) students.
(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 offers students a meal plan with 18 meals per week.
Acceptances:
| Group | Applicants | Accepted | Percent Accepted | Enrolled | Percent of Accepted Enrolled |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Total | 3,603 | 2,213 | 61% | 1,119 | 51% |
| Men | 2,426 | 1,516 | 62% | 790 | 52% |
| Women | 1,177 | 697 | 59% | 329 | 47% |
Standardized Test Scores:
| Test | 25th Percentile | 75th Percetile |
|---|---|---|
| SAT Verbal | 430 | 530 |
| SAT Math | 440 | 560 |
| ACT Verbal | 15 | 21 |
| ACT Math | 16 | 24 |
| ACT Composite | 17 | 23 |
Application Requirements:
| Item | Requirement |
|---|---|
| GPA | required |
| Class Rank | recommended |
| High School Record | required |
| College Prep Program | recommended |
| Recommendations | recommended |
| Formal Demonstration of Competence | required |
| Standardized Tests (SAT and/or ACT) | recommended |
| Percent of Applicants Submitting SAT | 66% |
| Percent of Applicants Submitting ACT | 16% |
| TOEFL (Test of English as a Foreign Language) | required |
| Other Standardized Tests | not required |
Admissions Phone Number: (607) 587-4215
Expenses and Financial Aid:
| Expense | Amount |
|---|---|
| In-state tuition and fees | $ 5,348 |
| Out-of-state tuition and fees | $ 8,208 |
| Room and board | $ 7,230 |
| Room charge | $ 4,040 |
| Board (meal plan) charge | $ 3,190 |
| Books and supplies | $ 1,000 |
| Other expenses | $ 1,564 |
Financial Aid:
Alfred State participates in Federal Title IV financial aid programs. (The school's OPE ID is 285400)
Financial Aid Phone Number: (607) 587-4253
Alfred State 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Instructor | calendar year | 1 | * | 0 | * |
| All faculty total | calendar year | 1 | * | 0 | * |
*: salaries are not displayed where there are fewer than 3 professors in the category.
Full-Time Faculty (2004):
| Full-Time Faculty Level | Contract Length | Number Men | Avg Salary Men | Number Women | Avg Salary Women |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Professor | academic year | 29 | $64,118 | 10 | $59,446 |
| Associate professor | academic year | 32 | $52,320 | 4 | $44,069 |
| Assistant professor | academic year | 30 | $44,018 | 14 | $44,393 |
| Instructor | academic year | 18 | $34,433 | 2 | * |
| Lecturer | academic year | 14 | $37,935 | 4 | $33,068 |
| All faculty total | academic year | 123 | $48,822 | 34 | $46,928 |
*: salaries are not displayed where there are fewer than 3 professors in the category.
Full-Time Faculty (2004):
| Full-Time Faculty Level | Contract Length | Number Men | Avg Salary Men | Number Women | Avg Salary Women |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Lecturer | short term | 1 | * | 1 | * |
| All faculty total | short term | 1 | * | 1 | * |
*: salaries are not displayed where there are fewer than 3 professors in the category.
AGRICULTURAL SCIENCE AND MANAGEMENT
Agribusiness/Agricultural Business Operations
Agriculture, General
ANIMAL SCIENCE AND CARE
Animal Sciences, General
BUSINESS AND MANAGEMENT
Accounting Technology/Technician and Bookkeeping
Banking and Financial Support Services
Business Administration and Management, General
Entrepreneurial and Small Business Operations, Other
Finance and Financial Management Services, Other
General Merchandising/Sales/Related Marketing Operations, Other
COMPUTER SCIENCE AND ENGINEERING
Computer and Information Sciences and Support Services, Other
Computer and Information Sciences, General
Information Science/Studies
CONSTRUCTION TRADES
Construction Trades, Other
Electrician
Mason/Masonry
Pipefitting/Pipefitter and Sprinkler Fitter
DESIGN
Design and Applied Arts, Other
ENGINEERING
Engineering, General
ENGINEERING TECHNICIAN
Architectural Engineering Technology/Technician
Automotive Engineering Technology/Technician
Computer Engineering Technology/Technician
Drafting/Design Engineering Technologies/Technicians, Other
Electrical/Electronic Engineering Technologies/Technicians, Other
Electrical/Electronic/Communications Engr Technology/Technician
Electromechanical Technology/Electromechanical Engineering Tech
Industrial Production Technologies/Technicians, Other
Mechanical Engineering/Mechanical Technology/Technician
Surveying Technology/Surveying
FAMILY AND SOCIAL WORK
Community Organization and Advocacy
Foodservice Systems Administration/Management
LANDSCAPING AND HORTICULTURE
Ornamental Horticulture
LAW
Court Reporting/Court Reporter
LIBERAL ARTS
Humanities/Humanistic Studies
Liberal Arts and Sciences/Liberal Studies
MECHANICS AND REPAIR
Autobody/Collision and Repair Technology/Technician
Automobile/Automotive Mechanics Technology/Technician
Diesel Mechanics Technology/Technician
Vehicle Maintenance and Repair Technologies, Other
MEDICAL ADMINSTRATION
Health Information/Medical Records Technology/Technician
Medical Administrative/Executive Assistant and Medical Secretary
MEDICAL SUPPORT AND TECHNOLOGY
Clinical/Medical Laboratory Technician
Veterinary/Animal Health Technology/Technician/Veterinary Assistant
NURSING AND EMERGENCY MEDICINE
Nursing/Registered Nurse (RN, ASN, BSN, MSN)
NUTRITION AND EXERCISE THERAPY
Sport and Fitness Administration/Management
PRODUCTION TRADES
Machine Shop Technology/Assistant
SCIENCE AND LABORATORY TECHNICIAN
Science Technologies/Technicians, Other
(Details are provided further down on this page.)
What Sets Alfred State Apart:
| Category | Trophy | |
|---|---|---|
| Dorm rooms per full-time student (vs. all colleges) | Top 5% | ![]() |
| Number of students (vs. colleges with similar degree levels) | Top 7% | ![]() |
| Male % of student body (vs. all colleges) | Top 11% | ![]() |
| % of degrees in mechanics and repair (vs. colleges of similar size) | Top 11% | ![]() |
| % of degrees in engineering technician (vs. all colleges) | Top 12% | ![]() |
| Number of degree programs (vs. all colleges) | Top 14% | ![]() |
| Lowest tuition & fees (in-state) (vs. colleges with similar degree levels) | Top 16% | ![]() |
| % of degrees in computer science and engineering (vs. colleges of similar size) | Top 16% | ![]() |
| % of degrees in medical adminstration (vs. colleges of similar size) | Top 18% | ![]() |
| % of degrees in construction trades (vs. all colleges) | Top 18% | ![]() |
Notable:
Accepts some high school credits
Grants credits for AP courses
Offers distance learning
Career counseling
Career placement services
Student employment services
Remedial classes for students
Option to study abroad
Offers campus housing
Offers part-time study
On-campus library
Offers campus housing
Offers a board (meal) plan
Tenure system for quality teaching
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