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At Alfred State, hands-on learning and real-world experience prepare you for professional success. Choose a top-ranked, affordable education that launches your career and secures your future.
Launch your Career
Every Alfred State major is designed with your future in mind. With a 16:1 student-to-faculty ratio, you’ll learn from industry experts who keep your studies career-focused so your investment pays off.
With more than 80 in-demand majors, you’ll find the program that fits your goals. And the results speak for themselves: an incredible 99% of our graduates are employed or pursuing further education.
4-YearBachelor's Degrees | ProfessionalCertificates/ Microcredentials |
2-YearAssociate Degrees | OnlinePrograms |
200+ Labs
Hands-on learning is at the heart of every Alfred State program.
With more than 200 labs, including high-tech simulators, state-of-the-art engineering spaces, and tools just like the pros, you’ll practice your skills, solve real problems, and design solutions that prepare you for professional success.
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No matter how you search for colleges, you'll find Alfred State at the top of many lists. Alfred State is ranked among the top universities for an excellent education at a low cost. With tuition at only $7,070, you'll pay less to get more in your future.

Ranked the #1 Ultimate College Town in the US, Alfred State creates unforgettable memories. From rock climbing to the drama club or movie nights in your residence hall, you'll grow and make lifelong friendships on campus.

You desrve a community dedicated to your academic, financial, personal, and professional success. Your A-Team for Support is a network of professionals and resources focused on empowering you to be your best.

STRONG AS AN OX
Our D-III competitors come from nearby Arkport, NY, far-away Little Rock, Arkansas, and from a hundred towns and cities in between to compete in 18 intercollegiate sports, plus recreational opportunities, and club sports.
Alfred State Pioneers compete with purpose and pride. Learning teamwork, staying healthy, and showing determination to succeed are the core of being a Pioneer.
POINTS OF PRIDE
PIONEER PROFILES

Connections with the community
Samuel Robinson
Digital Media and Animation
"I have been able to connect with everybody. You end up expanding to have a great network of friends that help you and want the best for you."
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Rewarding journey - excited for the future
Katie Petix
Architecture
“The professors are great, and they have great energy. They try to boost you up and keep you going. It is a difficult program, and they are there and very supportive when you need them.”
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Strong foundation to build a career
Kendra Hammond
Masonry
"You become like a family with your classmates. You know each other well, you know how each person works, and how to work with everyone else. It helps build teamwork skills."
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Felt like a second home
Lauren Staba
Health Sciences
“The best part of Alfred State is the people. I was so shocked how nice everyone was. It is such a good community here.”
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Driving to a bright future
Jalon Rainey
Automotive Service Technician
“The professors here are wonderful. From learning in lecture what you’re going to be doing for that day, or the next day, it’s amazing, and then coming right down into the shop and applying it directly.”
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Perfect fit, right major, and lifelong friendships
Angie Jimenez
Nursing
"I found a new family, I found my dance team girls, my nursing program and my professors are amazing.”
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