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2026-27 cycleAlbany, NY
SUNY at Albany
The University at Albany, part of the State University of New York system, is a major public research university located in New York's capital city. Classified as an R1 research institution, UAlbany offers broad undergraduate opportunities with notable strengths in public policy, atmospheric science, criminal justice, and cybersecurity.
Acceptance rate
69%
Undergrad enrollment
12,564
Test policy
Test optional
Application fee
$50
Application deadlines
| Round | Deadline |
|---|---|
| Early ActionEarly Action priority deadline for international applicants | November 1, 2026 |
| Early ActionPriority Early Action deadline for domestic first-year applicants | November 15, 2026 |
| Financial AidPriority FAFSA submission deadline | December 1, 2026 |
| Regular DecisionPriority Regular Decision deadline for domestic first-year applicants | February 1, 2027 |
| Regular DecisionRegular Admission deadline for international applicants | March 1, 2027 |
| TransferFall semester entry priority deadline | May 1, 2027 |
Supplemental essay prompts
No supplemental essays required
SUNY at Albany does not require school-specific supplemental essays for the 2026-27 cycle. Your personal statement carries the application.
Data gathered August 2026.