Excelsior University
About Excelsior University
Overview, location, and what makes it stand out
Excelsior University is a private nonprofit online university in Albany, New York. It offers flexible programs in nursing, health sciences, business, and technology designed for working adults and military students.
Founded
1971
Location
Albany, New York
Students
12,941
Institution
Private
Known For
Key Stats
A quick snapshot of what matters most
Acceptance Rate
Open
Admits all qualified applicants
Graduation Rate
N/A
Not reported
Tuition
N/A
Not reported
Avg Net Price
N/A
Not reported
SAT Average
Not required
No test scores requested
Median Earnings
$78,493
10 years after enrollment
Admissions
How competitive is getting in?
Selectivity
Open Admission
Every applicant who meets the basic requirements is admitted, so there is no acceptance rate
How to Apply
Test Policy
No test needed
Application Fee
Free
Early
N/A
Deadline
Rolling
Academics
How strong is the academic experience?
Student Success
N/A
Graduation rate not reported
Retention
Not reported
4-Year Grad
Not reported
6-Year Grad
Not reported
The federal survey collects no first-year retention cohort for this college.
Teaching Quality
23:1
Student-Faculty Ratio
Full-Time
100%
$/Student
$2.0K
Class Size
Large
Tuition & Costs
What will you actually pay?
Tuition & Fees
N/A
Annual Tuition
Tuition and mandatory fees only, does not include housing or meals
Room & Board
No on-campus housing
Books & Supplies
N/A
After Financial Aid
N/A
Average Net Price
Average amount students actually pay after grants and scholarships
Net Price (family income <$30K)
N/A
Receive Grants
28.2%
Take Loans
34%
Financial Aid
Who gets aid and what happens after
Financial aid comes in two forms: grants and scholarships (free money you don't repay) and loans (borrowed money you pay back after graduating). Here's how students at Excelsior University fund their education.
While in School
28.2%
Get Grants
Free money
34%
Take Loans
Must repay
$37,975
Median Family Income
After Graduation
$13,769
Median Debt at Graduation
Total federal loan balance when students graduate
$146/mo
Monthly Payment
0%
LowDefault Rate
The median debt is just $13,769, and less than 0% of graduates default on their loans. Students here leave with very manageable financial obligations.
Student Body
Diversity, gender, and enrollment
From gender balance and racial diversity to age and background, here's a look at who attends Excelsior University.
Gender
52.8%
Female
47%
Male
Female to Male Ratio
Race & Ethnicity
Enrollment
11,550
Undergraduate Students
Student Profile
1,391
Graduates
47.7%
First-Gen
33 yrs
Avg Age
85.9%
Age 25+
With an average entry age of 33, the campus has more working adults and non-traditional students than most schools. You'll find classmates with real-world experience. 47.7% are first-generation college students, so there's a strong community of students who understand that experience.
Campus Life
What it's like to be a student here
Campus Setting
City: Midsize
Campus Quick Facts
11,550
Students
private
Institution
Medium
Campus Size
Master's
Classification
What This College Offers
Other academic year calendar
Study Abroad
Yes
AP Credit
Yes
Teacher Cert
No
ROTC
No
Evening College
No
Online Programs
Yes
Job Placement
No
Career Counseling
Yes
After Graduation
What can you earn with this degree?
How much do graduates of Excelsior Universityearn, and what do they study? Here's a look at outcomes and popular programs.
Earnings Trajectory
$78,493
Median Earnings · 10 Years After
Popular Programs
Top 6Liberal Arts and Sciences, General Studies and Humanities
$52K
1143 grads
1yr Earnings
Business Administration, Management and Operations
$70K
209 grads
1yr Earnings
Nuclear Engineering Technology/Technician
$101K
188 grads
1yr Earnings
Registered Nursing, Nursing Administration, Nursing Research and Clinical Nursing
$93K
115 grads
1yr Earnings
Engineering-Related Fields
—
101 grads
Psychology, General
$44K
93 grads
1yr Earnings
Earnings grow steadily here: $64K at six years, $69K at eight, and $78K by ten. Well above average at every stage.
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Excelsior University
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Data sourced from the U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard Some figures may reflect prior academic years. Our editorial team reviews and updates college profiles to ensure accuracy. If you notice outdated information, please let us know.