We’re a place that values authenticity, where lasting friendships are born and where all different kinds of students share a spirit of kinship. We incubate ingenuity, creativity and potential in talented, curious and diverse students; sending graduates into the world who are prepared to put their talents to work. For nearly 200 years, our valley campus has been changing lives by encouraging students to step inside their uncomfort zone. Mix and match courses in the sciences and engineering, in the arts, in psychology, performing arts and business to tailor your education to your aspirations and develop the skills you need to succeed. Here, innovation and technology meet wilderness trails and Baja buggy challenges. See for yourself the magic in our valley. Alfred University. Outside of Ordinary.
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At Alfred University, you'll be part of a "maker culture" - a university alive with ideas that become inventions, award-winning art and performances, scientific breakthroughs and humanitarian initiatives. our students are creative, talented, quirky, authentic and involved. If that sounds like you, you're in the right place.
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First Year
Fall Regular Decision
Rolling Admission
Fall Early Decision
December 1
Spring Regular Decision
December 1
Transfer
Fall Semester
July 1
Spring Semester
December 1
Graduate
Fall Semester
PsyD & MFA
January 15
All other programs
February 1 (preferred)
August 1 (final)
Spring Semester
MBA & Engineering Only
October 1 (preferred)
December 1 (final)
International
Fall Semester
June 15
Spring Semester
November 15