by our College Data Analytics TeamIs Alfred worth the money? College Factual’s value analysis weighs the quality of education against the cost. Here is the verdict.
Alfred is ranked #2,184 out of 3,211 schools for value nationwide, earning a value grade of F. Within New York, it ranks #128 of 216 for value.
These Alfred majors earned the highest value rankings from College Factual.
| Major | National Value Rank |
|---|---|
| Engineering | #2 of 2 |
| Art History | #187 of 276 |
| Fine Arts | #229 of 306 |
| General Mechanical Engineering | #256 of 348 |
| Mechanical Engineering | #256 of 348 |
| Bachelor's Degree | #345 of 481 |
| Marketing | #370 of 534 |
| Fine & Studio Arts | #370 of 499 |
| Elementary Education | #499 of 681 |
| Teacher Education | #499 of 681 |
Read the full Alfred value report below — how it ranks within its state, how it ranks nationwide, what a degree actually costs, and whether it makes financial sense.
Alfred University is ranked #121 out of #236 in New York for quality and #128 out of #216 for New York value.
Do you qualify for in-state tuition? Check the Alfred financial aid page to be sure.
Alfred University is ranked #2,184 out of 3,211 for value nationwide.
Based on our analysis of other colleges at similar price points, Alfred University is overpriced for the quality of education it provides.
Averaged across all students — those who receive aid and those who pay full price — a year at Alfred costs about $25,620. Over a standard four-year bachelor's program, that adds up to an estimated $102,480 for the degree.
| Amount | |
|---|---|
| Sticker Price (before aid) | $57,492 / year |
| Net Price (students receiving aid) | $25,620 / year |
| Average Cost (all students) | $25,620 / year |
| Estimated 4-Year Cost | $102,480 |
*The average cost weights the net price paid by aid recipients against the sticker price paid by everyone else. The 4-year figure assumes the standard bachelor's length; your actual time to graduate and price may differ.
Your price depends heavily on your family income and the aid you qualify for. See the Alfred net price page for a fuller breakdown of what you might actually pay.
What Alfred costs you depends on how much aid you receive, so few students fit perfectly into averages.
Here is how the estimated 4-year cost of a Alfred degree breaks down by aid group, against its national value ranking.
| Nationwide Value by Aid Group | Avg Degree Cost | Value Rank | Value Grade |
|---|---|---|---|
| Students with No Aid | $229,968 | — | — |
| All Students | $102,480 | #2,184 | F |
| Only Students Receiving Aid | $102,480 | — | — |
| In-State Value by Aid Group | Avg Degree Cost | Value Rank | Value Grade |
|---|---|---|---|
| Students with No Aid | $229,968 | — | — |
| All Students | $102,480 | #128 | F |
| Only Students Receiving Aid | $102,480 | — | — |
*College Factual publishes a single overall value ranking (the All Students row). The cost rows show what each aid group pays toward the same degree.
You can also see how the average net price at Alfred shifts with family income:
| Family Income | Avg Net Price / Year |
|---|---|
| $0–$30K | $15,458 |
| $30K–$48K | $18,570 |
| $48K–$75K | $23,315 |
| $75K–$110K | $27,943 |
| Over $110K | $27,120 |
About 100% of Alfred undergraduates receive grant or scholarship aid, averaging $28,174 per year. Get more details on the Alfred financial aid you may qualify for.
College Factual determines value by weighing a school’s average total cost against its educational quality, then comparing it to other schools in the same quality tier. See the Alfred net price page for the cost detail.
Read the full Best for the Money Ranking Methodology.