With hands-on learning, Alfred State College can launch your career. We are #1 In So Many Ways as ranked by the experts. Located in scenic Western New York outside Buffalo, ASC attracts students from across the state, New York City, New Jersey, Pennsylvania, and the world. –– Choose your career path with a bachelor's, associate, or online degree to Hit the ground running®…
Points of pride
#1 Ranked
In So Many Ways
Year after year, the quality of ASC is recognized by experts, students, alumni, and peers.
99%
Employment
and Continuing
Education Rate
Learn new skills to launch your career with hundreds of labs and hands-on opportunities.
Most
affordable
College or University
in New York
Affordable Colleges ranks ASC #1 in New York State for low-income & first-generation families.
#1
Ultimate
College Town
No other US college town has a larger share of students. Alfred is scenic, caring, and number one.
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In the news
Alpha Alpha Alpha Honor Society establishes chapter at Alfred State
"As a proud first generation graduate myself, I am excited to be involved in a new impactful way to recognize our successful first-generation students. This is one of many exciting new initiatives for our emerging Pioneers Go First program."Greg Sammons
Chiaino and Vlakancic honored with Leadership Award
Jennifer Chiaino, a dispatcher at University Police, and Alan Vlakancic, an assistant professor in the Architecture and Design Department were the recipients of the Leadership through Civic Engagement award.
Juneteenth - 2025
At Alfred State, we are committed to fostering an inclusive community where every individual feels seen, heard, and empowered to make a meaningful impact - on our campus and beyond.
“The Great Race” begins Saturday
A group of Alfred State automotive students will begin “The Great Race” in St. Paul, MN on Saturday. The team will travel from Minnesota to South Carolina during the nine-day event.