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®…
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#1 Ranked
In So Many Ways
Year after year, the quality of ASC is recognized by experts, students, alumni, and peers.
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
Golf becomes 100th club at Alfred State
“Golf has been a hobby of mine for the last couple of years. After talking to Mike, Hunter, and Ryan, we thought it would be a great idea to propose the creation of a Golf Club on campus. Our college is experiencing an exciting period of growth, and we believe the timing was right to create an interactive opportunity for faculty and staff.”Brogan Cotter
Pioneer PROfiles - Alexander Preston
“There are so many different fields you can go into, so many creative sides, and there is money in welding right now. They need a lot of new workers.”Alexander Preston
Alfred State earns Military Friendly recognition
“Receiving the designation of a Military Friendly School validates our commitment to continue to serve those who have served our country. We are so proud to continue to provide opportunities for veterans and their dependents to get an outstanding education at Alfred State.”Joann Bloxsom
Agriculture students compete at National Dairy Challenge
A quartet of Alfred State students competed at the 23rd Annual National Dairy Challenge Contest hosted by the University of Florida on April 6-8, 2025.