Albany State University combines exceptional educational access with well above average mobility outcomes. As an Under-Resourced Institution, the university serves 65% Pell-eligible students while delivering meaningful economic advancement, particularly through highly-ranked programs in nursing and education that address critical regional workforce needs.
Earnings levels that reflect the institution's focus on accessible education and service-oriented careers
Controlled costs and financial aid targeting
Placing the university among the highest we track for educational opportunity and reflecting its mission to serve underrepresented populations
Effectiveness in converting access into economic advancement
Percentile rankings vs 1,600+ peer institutions. Higher is better.
Full AnalysisAlbany State University provides accessible higher education with manageable financial outcomes for its student population. Graduates earn a median of $40,674 ten years after enrollment, which falls modestly below average at the 17th percentile nationally but represents meaningful economic advancement for the populations served.
Earnings span from $23,741 at the 25th percentile to $59,552 at the 75th percentile, reflecting diverse career paths across education, health, and business programs. The institution maintains student debt levels at $25,024, which compares favorably to the peer median of $21,105, resulting in a debt-to-earnings ratio of 0.62.
Students from lower-income backgrounds seeking affordable pathways to health professions, education, and business careers. Well-suited for first-generation college students and those prioritizing accessibility over prestige, particularly in nursing and education fields where Albany State University delivers strong regional outcomes.
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99.6th percentile for educational access
Albany State University ranks at the 99.6th percentile nationally for access, making it among the highest we track for educational opportunity. Located in Albany, Georgia, this medium-sized public institution enrolls 65.0% Pell-eligible students and 33.5% first-generation students, significantly exceeding typical access levels among four-year institutions.
The university demonstrates well above average mobility performance at the 77.4th percentile, reflecting its effectiveness in serving students from diverse economic backgrounds. Albany State delivers earnings around the national average while maintaining above average affordability with net costs below peer institutions.
The combination of exceptional access and strong mobility outcomes positions Albany State within the Under-Resourced Institutions quadrant, where schools serve high-need populations with constrained resources but meaningful economic advancement potential.
Adult Health Nurse/Nursing.
65 graduates
Adult and Continuing Education and Teaching.
50 graduates
Biology, General.
49 graduates
Accounting Technology/Technician and Bookkeeping.
11 graduates
Business Administration and Management, General.
77 graduates
Albany State offers seven bachelor's degree programs with federal earnings data for evaluation. Adult Health Nurse/Nursing ranks #53 nationally and #1 in Georgia, producing 65 graduates with median earnings of $87,762 and a value score of 81.0.
Education, Other ranks #4 nationally and #1 in Georgia, graduating 59 students with median earnings of $28,916 and a strong value score of 57.1. Adult and Continuing Education and Teaching ranks #111 nationally and #8 in Georgia, with 50 graduates earning $42,545.
Business Administration and Management represents the largest program with 77 graduates earning $38,570, ranking #296 nationally and #13 in Georgia. All seven programs maintain flagship status at the institution, reflecting focused program offerings aligned with regional workforce needs.
Based on federal data for students receiving aid. Actual costs may vary.
Albany State University maintains accessible pricing with strong financial aid support for its student population. The published cost of attendance reaches $20,574 annually, including $5,934 in-state tuition, $9,066 for room and board, and $1,220 for books and supplies.
However, the average student pays just $14,251 after financial aid, representing $6,323 in savings from the sticker price. This net price falls slightly below the peer median of $14,093, positioning Albany State competitively among similar public institutions.
Out-of-state students face higher tuition at $16,656, but financial aid helps reduce the effective cost burden. The university's pricing structure reflects its mission to serve students from lower-income backgrounds, with net costs varying systematically by family income level.
Given that 65% of students receive Pell grants, Albany State's affordability model directly supports its high-access mission while maintaining degree completion pathways for economically diverse student populations.
Albany State graduates demonstrate steady earnings growth from early to mid-career periods. Median earnings increase from $35,579 six years after enrollment to $37,817 at eight years and $40,674 at ten years, representing 14.3% growth from the six-year mark.
These outcomes reflect data from a ten-year cohort of 4,607 graduates, providing confidence in the reported figures across the institution's program portfolio. Earnings around the national average mask significant variation by program, with Adult Health Nurse/Nursing graduates earning $87,762, Adult and Continuing Education graduates earning $42,545, and Education majors earning $28,916.
Low-income graduates earn $32,600, demonstrating the institution's role in economic mobility for students from lower-income backgrounds. Approximately 25.6% of graduates continue to graduate or professional study, indicating preparation for both workforce entry and advanced education pathways.
