Alfred University
Alfred, New York · Private
Alfred University admitted 48% of 7,775 applicants (Common Data Set 2023-2024). First-year students who sent the SAT scored 1110–1280 in the middle half. Test scores are optional. 56% of students graduate within six years.
Your chances at Alfred University
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Application deadlines
Alfred University’s first-year deadlines for 2026–27 on the Common App:
- Early decision
- November 1, 2026
- Early action
- December 1, 2026
- Regular decision
- July 15, 2027
The application is free. Alfred University asks for the Common App personal essay and a counselor recommendation.
Deadlines end at 11:59 p.m. in your own time zone. From Common App’s requirements grid, updated September 25, 2026. Check Alfred University’s admissions site before you submit. See every college’s deadlines or early decision vs. early action.
Early decision and early action
Alfred University doesn’t report an early decision or early action round.
What admissions weighs
How Alfred University rates each part of an application, from its Common Data Set.
Very important
- Course rigor
- Class rank
- GPA
- Activities
- Character
Important
- Test scores
- Essay
- Recommendations
- Interview
- Volunteering
- Work experience
Considered
- Talent or ability
- First generation
- Showing interest
Not considered
- Legacy
- Where you live
- State residency
- Religion
What it costs
Full price with housing is $57,900 a year. After grants, students paid $26,127 on average.
Average price after grants, by family income:
Quick answers
What is Alfred University’s acceptance rate?
Alfred University admitted 48% of applicants: 3,755 of 7,775 (Common Data Set 2023-2024).
When is Alfred University’s early decision deadline?
For 2026–27, early decision is due November 1, 2026, early action is due December 1, 2026, and regular decision is due July 15, 2027. Common App deadlines end at 11:59 p.m. in your own time zone.
What SAT score do you need for Alfred University?
The middle half of admitted students who sent the SAT scored 1110 to 1280, with a median around 1200. A score at or above 1200 puts you in the top half of admitted students who sent one.
How much is Alfred University’s application fee?
The application is free for 2026–27.
What does Alfred University require?
Besides the application and transcript, Alfred University asks for the Common App personal essay and a counselor recommendation.
Does Alfred University have supplemental essays?
No. Alfred University has no supplemental essays for 2026–27. You send only the Common App personal essay.
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