Is Alfred University Worth It?
Alfred, NY · Distant rural · 1,423 students · Data: College Scorecard, June 2026 release
Alfred University is a Master's University located in distant rural in Alfred, NY. It enrolls approximately 1,423 students. The acceptance rate is 74%, making it broadly accessible. 57% of students finish within 6 years (150% of normal time) — mediocre — worth asking why. Median earnings of $54,897 vs. $26,000 in median debt means median debt equals about 6 months of gross pay (estimate). 71% of borrowers are making progress on their loans 3 years after leaving school (College Scorecard).
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Source: FIRE 2027 College Free Speech Rankings (student survey fielded 2026 by College Pulse)
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