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Albany State University

Public Albany, GA · Urban · Southeast · 87% data reported · Agent Insights
27%
Graduation Rate
$40,674
Earnings (10yr)
$11,898
Net Price
5,956
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Overview

Albany State University has an enrollment of 5,956 students, creating a tight-knit community where individuals can connect and grow. With a focus on a diverse range of top programs, including Humanities, Health Professions, and Education, students can find paths that align with their passions and career goals.

Despite a graduation rate of 27%, the Chetty/Opportunity Insights data suggests that Albany State plays a significant role in promoting upward mobility for its students. Many graduates see earnings around $40,674 within ten years of completing their degrees. This indicates that for some, the university serves as a launching pad for better economic opportunities.

The net price of attending Albany State is about $11,898, making it a relatively affordable option for many students. However, the median debt stands at $25,024, which is important to consider. Students who thrive here often come from diverse backgrounds and are looking for a supportive environment to pursue degrees in practical fields like Business & Marketing and Criminal Justice.

Rankings

How Albany Compares

Dot right of center = above national average.

NATIONAL AVGGraduation27%Earnings 10yr$41KNet Price$12KRetention79%Median Debt$25KPell Grant Rate69%

Net Price by Family Income

What families actually pay after aid, by income bracket.

$11K$0-30K$11K$30-48K$14K$48-75K$17K$110K+

The Mobility Equation

Mobility = Access x Success. How many low-income students get in, and how many reach the top 20%?

ACCESS% from bottom 20%2330.1%SUCCESS% who reach top 20%1107.0%MOBILITY257.95%

Cost & Financial Aid

$5,656
In-State Tuition
$17,008
Out-of-State
$11,898
Avg Net Price
$25,024
Median Debt
69%
Pell Grant Rate
63%
Federal Loan Rate

What Families Actually Pay

$10,693
Family Income $0–$30K
$11,147
Family Income $30K–$48K
$13,785
Family Income $48K–$75K
$17,324
Family Income $110K+

Graduate Outcomes

$35,579
6 Years After Entry
$37,817
8 Years
$40,674
10 Years
0.62x
Debt-to-Earnings
49%
Earning > $25K

Earnings Trajectory

$35,579 6yr $37,817 8yr $40,674 10yr

Social Mobility

Data: Raj Chetty's Mobility Report Card · 30M+ anonymized tax records

257.95%
Mobility Rate
Bottom 20% → Top 20%
1107.0%
Success Rate
If bottom 20% get in
2330.1%
From Bottom 20%
Share of students
$43,800
Parent Median Income

Social Capital

Data: Opportunity Insights Social Capital Atlas

0.88
Economic Connectedness
Cross-class friendships
0.04
Friending Bias
Lower = more inclusive
4.0%
Volunteering Rate
0.99
Support Ratio
Community support

Academics & Admissions

Retention Rate 79%
Full-Time Faculty 70%
Faculty Salary (mo) $7,257
Diversity Index 0.29
First-Gen Students 34%

Top Programs

Humanities 29%
Health Professions 24%
Education 13%
Business & Marketing 9%
Criminal Justice 6%
Biology & Biomedical 4%
Psychology 4%
Communications 2%