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Albany State University
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Albany State University Academics
Founded in 1903 as the Albany Bible and Manual Training Institution to provide education to African Americans in southwest Georgia, Albany State University (ASU) is known for its outstanding programs in business and public administration, teacher education, nursing, criminal justice and the sciences.
ASU offers undergraduate and graduate programs in three colleges: College of Business, College of Education, and College of Science and Health Profession. There are four departments within the College of Science and Health Profession: (1) criminal justice and forensic science, (2) nursing, (3) natural science, and (4) mathematics and computer science. The university also offers education specialist degrees and non-degree educational programs.
ASU has three master degrees to choose from, including Master of Science in Criminal Justice, Master of Science in Mathematics, and Master of Science in Nursing. The bachelor degrees available include the following Bachelor in Science (BS) programs: BS in Criminal Justice, BS in Forensic Science, BS in Computer Science, BS in Applied Science, BS in Biology, BS in Nursing, BS in Science Education, and BS in Chemistry.
In addition, ASU offers a Bachelor of Arts in Mathematics and has a Pre-Engineering program. The Pre-Engineering program works with the Georgia Institute of Technology where students work towards a bachelor’s degree in engineering.
Albany State University Admissions
Albany State University serves students seeking bachelor and master degrees, as well as those interested in attending non-degree educational programs. With an emphasis in liberal arts, students are exposed to the fine arts, social sciences, humanities, and the sciences as a foundation for learning.
High school graduates, transfer students, international students, and transient students are accepted, however, transient students are typically limited to one semester.
Campus tours are welcomed year round for those interested in attending the university.
Albany State University Financial Aid
Albany State University has several options for financial assistance, including scholarships, grants, loans and employment. A detailed website is available for students to research options, as well as links to additional financial aid information. The university also provides peer financial counseling, financial aid forms (including the FAFSA form), loan applications, and verification worksheets for students applying for aid.
For those students pursuing graduate degrees, specific financial aid is available. To be considered for financial aid at this level, students must fill out the Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA) and be accepted for Graduate Admissions by the Graduate Admissions Office either as a Provisional or Regular Admit.
Albany State University Students
Albany State University’s campus is spread over an area of 206 acres in a small city in Georgia. This public institution serves full-time undergraduate and graduate students, as well as some part-time students and provides many opportunities to be involved in college life.
On-campus housing is available for full-time students as well as a variety of programs for students to experience, including varsity sports, community service projects, Greek life, intramural sports and recreation, student government organizations, Miss ASU Pageant, and more.
Albany State University Athletics
The Albany State University Golden Rams are members of the Southern Intercollegiate Athletic Conference (SIAC). The varsity teams compete at the Division II level of the National Collegiate Athletic Association (NCAA).
Albany State University’s athletic programs include:
- Men’s Baseball
- Men’s Football
- Women’s Volleyball
- Women’s Softball
- Women’s Tennis
- Men’s Basketball
- Women’s Basketball
- Men’s Cross Country
- Women’s Cross Country
- Men’s Track & Field
- Women’s Track & Field
The university’s spirit is supported by a dedicated cheerleading squad who was named SIAC’s All-Female Squad Cheerleading Champions in 2004, 2005, and 2006.
Albany State University also offers intramural sports for students interested in competing outside the varsity level. Teams include men’s and women’s flag football/powder-puff football, men’s and women’s basketball, and co-ed softball. The university is looking into adding soccer in the years to come.
The athletic department’s Albany State University Sports Hall of Fame, established in 1999, recognizes athletes, coaches, administrators, and supporters who have brought honor to the university’s athletic program. Criteria for selection include achievements while at the university as well as sports accomplishments after graduation.
Information Summary
Ranks 684th overall and 14th in Georgia
| Overall Score
On StateUniversity.com (about) |
79.8 |
|---|---|
| Total Cost
On-Campus Attendance |
$13,412 |
| Admission
Success rate |
33% |
| ACT / SAT
75 %ile scores |
19 / 960 |
| Student Ratio
Ratio of students to faculty |
22 : 1 |
| Retention
(Full-Time / Part-Time) |
80% / 64% |
| Enrollment
Total (all students) |
3,927 |
Demographics – Main Campus and Surrounding Areas
Reported area around or near Albany, GA 31705
| Surrounding community | Small city (inside urban area, pop. under 100,000) |
|---|---|
| Total Population | 38,667 (29,191 urban / 9,476 rural) |
| Households | 12,662 (2.8 people per house) |
| Families | 9,326 (3.26 people per family) |
| Pop. — African American | 25,209 |
| Pop. — Asian | 179 |
| Pop. — Pacific Islander | 51 |
| Pop. — American Indian / Alaskan Native | 250 |
| Pop. — White (incl. Hispanic) | 12,954 |
| Pop. — Other | 372 |
Carnegie Foundation Classification
Master's Colleges and Universities (medium programs)
| Undergraduate | Professions plus arts & sciences, some graduate coexistence |
|---|---|
| Graduate | Postbaccalaureate professional (education dominant) |
| Undergraduate Population | Full-time four-year, inclusive |
| Enrollment | Very high undergraduate |
| Size & Setting | Medium four-year, primarily residential |
General Characteristics
| Highest offering | Post-master's certificate |
|---|---|
| Calendar System | Semester |
| Years of college work required | N/A |
| Variable Tuition |  |
Special Learning Opportunities
| Distance Learning | |
|---|---|
| ROTC — Army / Navy / Airforce | —
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| Study Abroad | |
| Weekend College | |
| Teacher Certification | |
Student Tuition Costs and Fees
What are the typical tuition costs and fees for attending Albany State University?
Ranks 1417th for total cost of attendance
| In District | In State | Out of State | |
|---|---|---|---|
| FT Undergraduate Tuition | $2,706 | $2,706 | $10,790 |
| FT Undergraduate Required Fees | $602 | $602 | $602 |
| PT Undergraduate per Credit Hour | $120 | $120 | $478 |
| FT Graduate Tuition | $2,574 | $2,574 | $10,242 |
| FT Graduate Required Fees | $602 | $602 | $602 |
| PT Graduate per Credit Hour | $143 | $143 | $569 |
| Total Cost of Attendance — On-Campus | $13,412 | $13,412 | $22,016 |
| Total Cost of Attendance — Off-Campus w/out Family | $4,362 | $4,362 | $12,966 |
| Total Cost of Attendance — Off-Campus with Family | $4,362 | $4,362 | $12,966 |
Student Tuition Cost History and Trends
Three year history and trends on the cost of attending
| In District | In State | Out of State | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Published Tuition & Fees | $3,022  $3,470 |
$3,022  $3,470 |
$10,338  $12,074 |
| Cost (regardless of residency) | |||
|---|---|---|---|
| Books & Supplies | $850  $892 |
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| On-Campus – Room & Board | $4,154  $5,796 |
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| On-Campus – Other Expenses | $3,100  $3,254 |
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| Off-Campus w/out Family – Room & Board | N/A  N/A |
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| Off-Campus w/out Family – Other Expenses | N/A  N/A |
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| Off-Campus with Family – Room & Board | N/A  N/A |
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Admission Details
| Application Fee Required | N/A |
|---|---|
| Undergraduate Application Fee | $20 |
| Graduate Application Fee | $20 |
| First Professional Application Fee | N/A |
| Applicants | 4,300 (1,425 male / 2,875 female) |
| Admitted | 1,407 (452 male / 955 female) |
| Admission rate | 33% |
| First-time Enrollment | 720 (240 male / 480 female) |
| FT Enrollment | 702 (235 male / 467 female) |
| PT Enrollment | 18 (5 male / 13 female) |
| Total Enrollment | 3,927 |
Admission Criteria
What criteria does Albany State University use for admissions?
| Open Admissions | |
|---|---|
| Secondary School GPA / Rank / Record |  / N/A / |
| College Prep. Completion | |
| Recommendations | N/A |
| Formal competency demo | N/A |
| Admission test scores | |
| TOEFL | |
| Other tests | N/A |
= Recommended, 
= Neither required nor recommended
Admission Credits Accepted
What types of credits does Albany State University accept?
| Dual Credit | |
|---|---|
| Life Experience | |
| Advanced Placement (AP) | |
Athletics - Association Memberships
| Sports / Athletic Conference Memberships | NCAA |
|---|---|
| NCAA Football Conference | Southern Intercollegiate Athletic Conf |
| NCAA Basketball Conference | Southern Intercollegiate Athletic Conf |
| NCAA Baseball Conference | Southern Intercollegiate Athletic Conf |
| NCAA Track & Field Conference | Southern Intercollegiate Athletic Conf |
ACT Test Admission
Ranks 1286th for 75pctl scores
| Applicants submitting ACT results | 41% |
|---|---|
| Verbal scores (25/75 %ile) | 16 / 20 |
| Math scores (25/75 %ile) | 16 / 19 |
| Cumulative scores (25/75 %ile) | 17 / 19 |
SAT Test Admission
Ranks 1241st for 75pctl scores
| Applicants submitting SAT results | 83% |
|---|---|
| Verbal scores (25/75 %ile) | 430 / 480 |
| Math scores (25/75 %ile) | 410 / 480 |
| Cumulative scores (25/75 %ile) | 840 / 960 |
Student Services
| Remedial Services | |
|---|---|
| Academic / Career Counseling | |
| PT Cost-defraying Employment | |
| Career Placement | |
| On-Campus Day Care | |
| Library Facility | |
Student Living
| First-time Room / Board Required | |
|---|---|
| Dorm Capacity | 1,775 |
| Meals per Week | 21 |
| Room Fee | $2,674 |
| Board Fee | $2,240 |
Student Financial Aid Details
How many students use Financial Aid, and how much do they use?
Albany State University Ranks 3803rd for the average student loan amount.
| Average | Users | % of Attendees | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Federal Grant Aid | $3,232 | 340 |  57% |
| State & Local Grant Aid | $3,533 | 451 |  76% |
| Institutional Grant Aid | $3,747 | 74 |  12% |
| Student Loan Aid | $3,045 | 391 |  66% |
| Any financial aid type | 581 |  97% |
Student Enrollment Demographics
How many students are enrolled at Albany State University?
| Men | Women | Total | |
|---|---|---|---|
Non Resident Alien | 15 | 14 | 29 |
Black Non-Hispanic | 1,178 | 2,406 | 3,584 |
Hispanic | 2 | 10 | 12 |
Asian / Pacific Islander | 1 | 8 | 9 |
American Indian / Alaskan Native | 1 | 1 | 2 |
White Non-Hispanic | 76 | 215 | 291 |
Race Unknown | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Total | 1,273 | 2,654 | 3,927 |
Student Graduation Demographics
How many students graduated at Albany State University?
| Men | Women | Total | |
|---|---|---|---|
Non Resident Alien | 2 | N/A | 2 |
Black Non-Hispanic | 208 | 427 | 635 |
Hispanic | N/A | 2 | 2 |
Asian / Pacific Islander | N/A | 1 | 1 |
American Indian / Alaskan Native | 1 | 1 | 2 |
White Non-Hispanic | 1 | N/A | 1 |
Race Unknown | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Total | 212 | 431 | 643 |
Most Popular Fields of Study
The top 5 fields of study completed at Albany State University.
| Men | Women | Total | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 28 | 34 | 62 | |
| 15 | 44 | 59 | |
| 18 | 40 | 58 | |
| 7 | 31 | 38 | |
| 9 | 27 | 36 |
Student Completion / Graduation Demographics
How many students are successful graduates?
Faculty Compensation / Salaries
Albany State University Ranks 1598th for the average full-time faculty salary.
| Tenure system | |
|---|---|
| Average FT Salary | $53,436 ($53,874 male / $52,932 female) |
| Number of FT Faculty | 142 (76 male / 66 female) |
| Number of PT Faculty | 99 |
| FT Faculty Ratio | 1 : 1 |
| Total Benefits | $2,112,605 |
Albany State University Summary
The following paragraph provided courtesy of wikipedia.
Founded in 1903, Albany State University is a historically black , four year institution located in Albany, GA, a progressive city with a metropolitan statistical area population of 162,800. W.E.B DuBois inspired Holley to return to the south after he read Dubois’s writings on the plight of Black people in Albany, GA in The Souls of Black Folk. In 1932, The school became part of the University System of Georgia and in 1943 it was granted four-year status and renamed Albany State College. Many students from the school, black improvement organizations, and representatives from the Student Nonviolent Coordinating Committee (SNCC) came to together to create the Albany Movement. Colleges include: The College of Business, The College of Arts and Sciences, The College of Education, and The College of Health Professions. The Graduate school degree programs include: Master of Business Administration, Master of Science in Criminal Justice, Master of Science in Nursing, Master of Education, Master of Public Administration, and Education Specialist Degree in Educational Leadership.
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10 months ago
Veronica Howell veronica dot howell ((at)) usmc dot mil
Thank you to all of the guys from the ASU basketball team! Even during flash flood and tornado watches, these guys came out everyday for 3 days, to coach the kids from MCLB with LOTS of enthusiasm! Great job guys!!!
about 1 year ago
Kironde Hearn khearn ((at)) livingwd dot org
Goodmorning, I was sadden to hear about the passing of Dr. Harold bray almost 2 years ago, as he was the Director of band at your school. I majored in band under Dr. Bray at Chicago Vocational. Just found out 2 onths ago, is there a way too send a card to his family or scholarship fund in his name, etc.