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  • Free tuition +, 1) tuition-free ASC 2) plus scholarships 3) financial aid plan image of blue ox with hoof, * free tuition for 77% of ASC New York State students
  • In memory of many, in honor of all. thank you. image of US flags on campus lawn
  • ASC Freeway scholarships. Tuition is only $7,070 for all new residential students from any state. #1 public regional college in New York - US News
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An Alfred State degree gets results!

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, associate, or online degree to Hit the ground running®…

Points of pride

#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.

Fast facts

Link to majors page. 80 Majors 16:1 Student-to-Faculty Ratio. Image of student in engineering lab with circuit panel and computers.
Link to create your own custom viewbook instantly. DIY instant Viewbook. Image of hand holding phone with ox mascot.
Link to housing page. 14 on-campus residence halls. Image of two students in dorm room.
Link to Alfred State Pioneer Athletics page. NCAA logo, Pioneers logo, D-III Athletics. Image of football player with ball and helmet. Link to Alfred State Pioneer Athletics page. NCAA logo, Pioneers logo, D-III Athletics. Image of football player with ball and helmet.
Link to new majors and minors page. Image of students in a construction site. Link to new majors and minors page. Image of students in a construction site.
Link to Civic Engagement page. Student Civic Service 70,000 hours per year. Image of smiling group of students with paint brush. Link to Civic Engagement page. Student Civic Service 70,000 hours per year. Image of smiling group of students with paint brush.
Link to Student clubs and organizations. 80 Clubs. Let's Go! Image of two students enjoying the slip and slide with water droplets. Link to Student clubs and organizations. 80 Clubs. Let's Go! Image of two students enjoying the slip and slide with water droplets.

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Financing your future

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Link to Financial Aid page. 91% Get Aid. Financial Aid Advice. Image of campus in the fall with foliage and students on sidewalk.
Link to SUNY Net Price Calculator. SUNY logo and graphic of calculator over image of student in barn with laptop and goats.
Link to student employment page. On-campus student jobs. Image of student worker at Central Dining Hall ready to take an order.
Link to scholarships page. $4.2M available in merit-based scholarships. Image of electrical trades student working with wires and solar panels on a roof top. Link to scholarships page. $4.2M available in merit-based scholarships. Image of electrical trades student working with wires and solar panels on a roof top.

In the news

Alfred State Wins Offshore Wind Workforce Grant

“This grant for a half million dollars will enable ASC to make nearly 500 highly skilled electricians and welders available for the offshore wind workforce over a 24-month period, with hundreds graduating annually thereafter."    Dr. Steven Mauro Alfred State College President

Northland campus holds Commencement ceremony

“Each and every one of you have worked tirelessly in your classrooms and labs, you have faced challenges, and you have overcome obstacles to reach this momentous occasion. Never forget that you did this work. You have all gained the knowledge and the confidence needed to step into your careers.” Stephen Tucker CEO and President of the Northland Workforce Training Center

Biotechniques class visits BioSpherix

“This is another example of how Alfred State connects the classroom to real world experiences. Students got the opportunity to make connections in their field while working hands-on with the latest technologies.” Dr. Steve Bauer

Holly Chase earns CPA licensure

“These designations allow me to bring my experience into the classroom. I am working to introduce new courses that are in demand in the industry. We have several employers who consistently seek out our students for both internships and job opportunities.” Holly Chase

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Events

Jun 16

2023 Alfred State Pioneer Drive Golf Event
Jul 12

Sam Patch Boat Tour
Aug 4

Greek Reunion
Aug 9

Rochester Redwings Game
Aug 17

Buffalo Bisons Baseball Game
Aug 23

Houghton, Alfred St.

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