With hands-on learning, Alfred State College can launch your career. We are the #1 SUNY regional college in US News rankings. 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®…
Alfred State Pioneers are PROS!
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#1 SUNY
Regional College
Year after year, US News,
our students, alumni, and peers recognize ASC as the best.
98%
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
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Pioneer PROfiles - Ruok'Tain Williams
“The professors have been the driving force behind me. When I did not believe in myself, they were there telling me to keep working. They helped me gain more confidence.”Ruok'Tain Williams
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Alfred State featured in Higher Education Review magazine
“Alfred State stands as a testament to the enduring value of agricultural education. After scrutinizing the top universities and colleges in USA, Higher Education Review has selected the top performers who have showcased exceptional academic expertise."Jantha Evangeline, editor of Higher Education Review.
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Pioneer PROfiles - Angie Jimenez
“I got this gut feeling that this was going to be a good fit for me. I found a new family, I found my dance team girls, my nursing program and my professors are amazing.”Angie Jimenez
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Pioneer PROfiles - Brandon Clark
“I love the labs that we get to apply what we were learning in the classrooms. Working on projects with other classmates really helped instill what I learned from the professors. The professors really care about your education and will help you any wat that they can.”Brandon Clark