Russell Sage College
About Russell Sage College
Overview, location, and what makes it stand out
Russell Sage College is a private university in Troy, NY. It has a 73.6% acceptance rate and a 68.8% graduation rate, serving approximately 1,117 students.
Founded
1916
Location
Troy, New York
Students
2,787
Institution
Private
Known For
Key Stats
A quick snapshot of what matters most
Acceptance Rate
53.3%
Moderately selective
Graduation Rate
56.1%
Below national average
Tuition
$38,164
Per year
Avg Net Price
$22,917
After financial aid
SAT Average
Not Considered
Test-blind. Grades and essays decide
Median Earnings
$58,316
10 years after enrollment
Admissions
How competitive is getting in?
Selectivity
Selective
53.3 out of 100 applicants get in
How to Apply
Test Policy
Test Blind
Application Fee
Free
Early
Dec 1
Regular
Rolling
With a 53.3% acceptance rate, Russell Sage College admits most students who meet the academic standards. Focus on putting together a complete, thoughtful application.
Academics
How strong is the academic experience?
Student Success
Average
56.1% complete their degree within six years
Retention
77.9%
4-Year Grad
52%
6-Year Grad
63%
Teaching Quality
10:1
Student-Faculty Ratio
Full-Time
83.6%
$/Student
$9.7K
Class Size
Small
While 52% finish in 4 years, 77.9% of freshmen do return for sophomore year. Many students here may take a bit longer, but they stick with it.
Tuition & Costs
What will you actually pay?
Tuition & Fees
$38,164
Annual Tuition
Tuition and mandatory fees only, does not include housing or meals
Room & Board
$14,048
Books & Supplies
$1,200
Total Cost of Attendance
$50,607
After Financial Aid
$22,917
Average Net Price
Average amount students actually pay after grants and scholarships
Net Price (family income <$30K)
$6,662
Receive Grants
42%
Take Loans
78.2%
The total cost of attendance runs about $50,607/yr, including $14,048 for room and board. After financial aid, the average student pays $22,917.
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 Russell Sage College fund their education.
While in School
42%
Get Grants
Free money
78.2%
Take Loans
Must repay
$43,377
Median Family Income
After Graduation
$22,000
Median Debt at Graduation
Total federal loan balance when students graduate
$233/mo
Monthly Payment
0%
LowDefault Rate
Students typically graduate with $22,000 in debt, below the national median. That's a manageable amount for most career paths.
Student Body
Diversity, gender, and enrollment
From gender balance and racial diversity to age and background, here's a look at who attends Russell Sage College.
Gender
67.2%
Female
33%
Male
Female to Male Ratio
Race & Ethnicity
Enrollment
1,244
Undergraduate Students
Student Profile
1,543
Graduates
37.5%
First-Gen
22 yrs
Avg Age
9.8%
Age 25+
Women make up the majority at 67% of the student body. 37.5% 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: Small
Campus Quick Facts
1,244
Students
private
Institution
Small
Campus Size
Doctoral
Classification
What This College Offers
Semester calendar
Study Abroad
Yes
AP Credit
Yes
Teacher Cert
Yes
ROTC
Yes
Evening College
Yes
Online Programs
Yes
Job Placement
Yes
Career Counseling
Yes
Sports & Athletics
How seriously this college takes sport
Russell Sage College fields 12 varsity teams with 349 student athletes, about 28% of the student body.
Division
NCAA
Division III without football
Conference
Empire Eight
The league its teams compete in
Varsity Sports
12
Biggest: Soccer
Student Athletes
349
28% of the student body
Athletes by Gender
55% / 45%
191
Men
158
Women
9
Men's Teams
11
Women's Teams
Biggest Teams
Every Varsity Team
After Graduation
What can you earn with this degree?
How much do graduates of Russell Sage Collegeearn, and what do they study? Here's a look at outcomes and popular programs.
Earnings Trajectory
$58,316
Median Earnings · 10 Years After
Popular Programs
Top 6Registered Nursing, Nursing Administration, Nursing Research and Clinical Nursing
$73K
91 grads
1yr Earnings
Health Professions and Related Clinical Sciences, Other
$69K
36 grads
4yr Earnings
Psychology, General
$38K
31 grads
1yr Earnings
Business Administration, Management and Operations
$38K
21 grads
1yr Earnings
Teacher Education and Professional Development, Specific Subject Areas
$51K
18 grads
4yr Earnings
Design and Applied Arts
$35K
18 grads
1yr Earnings
Graduates earn about $51K six years out, growing to $58K by year ten. Above average, though your choice of major will be the biggest factor.
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