State University of New York at Albany Historical Acceptance Rate

Historical Acceptance Rates

For the application year 2023, the overall acceptance rate for the State University of New York at Albany was 69.9%, with 30,740 applicants and 21,477 students admitted. This represents a slight increase from 67.9% in 2022, when 25,976 students applied and 17,639 were admitted. The acceptance rates have shown a general upward trend over the past three years, rising from 57.1% in 2020 to the current 69.9%, indicating a broader acceptance of applicants during this period. Historically, the overall rates ranged from 52.1% in 2018 to a peak of 69.9%, showcasing the university's evolving admissions landscape.