Contact Information
General Contact
- FAFSA School Code: 003229
- Phone: (215) 735-1685
- School Homepage
Admissions Office
Financial Aid Office
ACCEPTANCE RATE
85.16%FINANCIAL AID RATE
98%STUDENT TEACHER RATIO
15:1DEGREE OFFERED ONLINE
2FINANCIAL AID AWARD AVG.
$27,450Average Grants + Scholarship Aid Awarded to Undergraduate Students
Percent of Full-Time Undergraduates Receiving Financial Aid
Percent of Students Paying In-State Tuition vs Out-of-State Tuition
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Albright College
1920 Spruce St, Philadelphia, PA
Albright College is a liberal arts college that offers an undergraduate education and helps students in developing important skills useful in pursuit of graduate education or employment. A liberal arts curriculum exposes students to a variety of topics and subjects. The school is located in Reading, PA, which is a predominantly urban area. The United Methodist affiliation of this school is an important part of the history, education and mission that defines the school. Enrollment at Albright College is nearly 2,400 yearly.
Here is a list of some of the popular programs Albright College offers:
- Business And Marketing Studies
- Psychology
- Social Sciences
- Visual And Performing Arts
- History
- Communications And Journalism
Students applying for admission are generally required to submit an application, transcripts, test scores and any requested letters of recommendations, which will then be reviewed by the admissions office. A SAT or ACT exam is required prior to applying, with scores within the range of 960 - 1150 for the SAT exam and between 19 - 25 on the ACT is typical among students admitted to Albright College. 48% of those who apply are admitted to Albright College, of which 16% choose to enroll. Additional information regarding admissions can be found by reaching out to Albright College or by requesting it here.
Tuition is approximately $37,000 annually, though it may vary based on different types of circumstances. Students should visit the school's price of attendance calculator to determine a more personalized cost estimate. Housing may be available for students that want to live on-campus at an estimated cost of $5,600 for the year. Some students at this school may be eligible for financial aid, which is generally provided as grants or student loans.
The Albright College "Lions" compete in a number of intercollegiate sports through participation in the NCAA. Sports available may include the following:
- Baseball (NCAA Division III)
- Basketball (NCAA Division III)
- Field Hockey (NCAA Division III)
- Football (NCAA Division III)
Students who would like to see more about Albright College can visit their website at albright.edu.
Admission Requirements & Details
The admission details below may provide a better idea of the students Albright College accepts. The details may include admissions application requirements and recommendations, as well as any AP college credits that may be transferred.
College Credits Accepted
- Dual Credits
- Life Experience Credits
- AP Course Credits
Student Enrollment
Total enrollment at Albright College is around 1,900 students, where graduate students make up roughly 30% of the student body.
Estimated Costs & Financial Aid
The items listed below are for informational purposes only and may not represent current tuition, fees, and expenses.
Tuition & Fees Information
- The estimated tuition range is around $25,000-$29,000 per year
- Part time students pay in the range of $1,500 to $1,700 per unit
Financial Aid Details
The information below lists the financial aid types students are receiving. Also shown are the percent of students receiving aid and the average amount of aid per student per year.
Percent of Students | Average Amount | |
---|---|---|
Any Financial Aid | 98% | - |
Receiving Grants & Scholarships | 98% | $33,694 |
Receiving Student Loans | 90% | $8,851 |
Academics & Student Services
Student Services
To help support students, Albright College may provide services to students including:- Distance learning
- Classes offered on nights and weekends
- Counseling assistance
- Work study style employment
Intercollegiate Athletics
Albright College is a Member of National Collegiate Athletic Association (NCAA), with many of the sports being in the NCAA Division III with football classification. The most popular sports played are listed below:
- Baseball (Commonwealth Conference)
- Basketball (Commonwealth Conference)
- Field Hockey
- Football (Middle Atlantic States Athletic Corporation)
- Golf
- Lacrosse
- Soccer
- Softball
- Swimming
- Tennis
- Track and Field, Indoor
- Track and Field, Outdoor
- Track and Field, X-Country
- Volleyball
- Other Sports
Programs Offered
The program list below is organized by areas of study. The programs that have a link will direct you to the program's profile page where you can learn more about education requirements and career pathways.
Get more information about the programs offered by Albright College by clicking the request information to the right.
(C) Certificate or Award | (A) Associate's | (B) Bachelor's | (M) Master's Degree | (D) Doctorate (PhD,...)
Biological and Biomedical Sciences
- Biology (B)
- Biochemistry (B)
Business and Marketing Studies
Communications and Journalism
- Communications (B)
Computer and Information Sciences
English Language and Literature
- English (B)
Ethnic Cultural and Gender Studies
Foreign Languages and Literature
History
- History (B)
Mathematics and Statistics
- Math (B)
Natural Resources and Conservation
Philosophy and Religious Studies
- Philosophy (B)
- Religious Studies (B)
Psychology
Social Sciences
- Criminology (B)
- Sociology (B)
- Social Science (B)
- Political Science (B)
- Economics (B)
- International Relations (B)
Visual and Performing Arts
- Fashion Design (B)
- Music (B)
- Drama and Theatre Arts (B)
Other 4-Year Private Colleges
The list of schools below have been selected by researching which schools offer similar programs to Albright College.
- Alvernia University in Altoona, PA (3 miles away)
- Cedar Crest College in Pittsburgh, PA (26 miles away)
- Ursinus College in Ambridge, PA (27 miles away)
- Muhlenberg College in Cresson, PA (27 miles away)
- Franklin and Marshall College in Trevose, PA (31 miles away)
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Contact Information
General Contact
- FAFSA School Code: 003229
- Phone: (215) 735-1685
- School Homepage