At a glance
Average net price
$20,024
In-state, after aid
6-year graduation rate
50.7%
Admission rate
76%
Undergrad size
1,217
In-state tuition
$29,082
Out-of-state tuition
$29,082
Cost of attendance
$43,711
Median earnings (10y)
$58,700
Admissions
- SAT average
- Not available
- ACT midpoint
- Not available
- Retention
- 61.7%
- Locale
- City
Programs breakdown
15 program areas reported · Academic mix is led by humanities & arts (37%), business (27%), social sciences (23%).
- STEM13%
- Business27%
- Humanities & arts37%
- Social sciences23%
- Business26.7%~325 students/yr · BusinessCompare schools
- ~241 students/yr · Humanities & artsCompare schools
- Psychology13.9%~169 students/yr · Social sciencesCompare schools
- Social sciences8.4%~102 students/yr · Social sciencesCompare schools
- ~94 students/yr · STEMCompare schools
- ~85 students/yr · Humanities & artsCompare schools
- History4.4%~54 students/yr · Humanities & artsCompare schools
- Communication4.4%~54 students/yr · Humanities & artsCompare schools
- Computer science2.6%~31 students/yr · STEMCompare schools
- ~18 students/yr · STEMCompare schools
- English1.1%~13 students/yr · Humanities & artsCompare schools
- ~9 students/yr · Social sciencesCompare schools
- Mathematics0.7%~9 students/yr · STEMCompare schools
- ~9 students/yr · STEMCompare schools
- ~5 students/yr · Humanities & artsCompare schools
Share of all degrees and certificates awarded in each broad CIP-2 program area (U.S. Department of Education, latest reporting year). Estimated students/yr = share × undergrad size.
Specific majors offered
31 specific majors with reported completions. Earnings shown are median annual earnings 1 year after graduation; debt is median student-loan debt at graduation.
| Major | Credential | Grads | Median earnings | Median debt |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Business Administration, Management and Operations. | Bachelor's | 108 | $36,448 | $26,000 |
| Psychology, General. | Bachelor's | 56 | $28,398 | $26,500 |
| Clinical, Counseling and Applied Psychology. | Bachelor's | 56 | $34,365 | $39,762 |
| Accounting and Related Services. | Bachelor's | 56 | $53,392 | $27,000 |
| Sociology. | Bachelor's | 51 | $31,579 | $25,500 |
| Design and Applied Arts. | Bachelor's | 46 | $29,236 | $27,000 |
| Business/Commerce, General. | Bachelor's | 40 | $51,139 | $33,500 |
| Biology, General. | Bachelor's | 35 | $26,491 | $27,000 |
| Political Science and Government. | Bachelor's | 27 | — | — |
| Education, General. | Master's | 26 | — | — |
| Communication and Media Studies. | Bachelor's | 19 | $31,024 | $27,000 |
| Computer and Information Sciences, General. | Bachelor's | 19 | — | — |
| Research and Experimental Psychology. | Bachelor's | 18 | — | — |
| Natural Resources Conservation and Research. | Bachelor's | 17 | $25,138 | — |
| English Language and Literature, General. | Bachelor's | 17 | $19,734 | — |
| Information Science/Studies. | Bachelor's | 16 | — | $36,196 |
| Fine and Studio Arts. | Bachelor's | 16 | $20,731 | $27,000 |
| Music. | Bachelor's | 16 | — | $27,000 |
| Human Development, Family Studies, and Related Services. | Bachelor's | 15 | — | — |
| History. | Bachelor's | 15 | $25,299 | $27,000 |
| Criminology. | Bachelor's | 14 | $35,465 | — |
| Romance Languages, Literatures, and Linguistics. | Bachelor's | 13 | — | — |
| Biochemistry, Biophysics and Molecular Biology. | Bachelor's | 13 | — | — |
| Drama/Theatre Arts and Stagecraft. | Bachelor's | 11 | — | — |
| Special Education and Teaching. | Master's | 9 | — | — |
| Teacher Education and Professional Development, Specific Levels and Methods. | Master's | 7 | — | — |
| Arts, Entertainment, and Media Management. | Bachelor's | 7 | — | — |
| Chemistry. | Bachelor's | 6 | — | — |
| International Relations and National Security Studies. | Bachelor's | 6 | — | — |
| Mathematics. | Bachelor's | 5 | — | — |
| Liberal Arts and Sciences, General Studies and Humanities. | Bachelor's | — | $37,381 | — |
Source: U.S. Department of Education, College Scorecard Field of Study. Earnings cover graduates who received federal financial aid and are working / not enrolled. Cells marked "—" are not reported or were suppressed for privacy.
About Albright College
Albright College is a mid-sized institution located in Reading, Pennsylvania, primarily awarding the bachelor's degree. It enrolls roughly 1,217 undergraduate students in a city setting. The most popular fields of study include Business, Visual & performing arts, Psychology.
Cost & tuition
The average net price at Albright College — what a typical student actually pays after grants and scholarships — is $20,024 per year, which is above the national average compared to other U.S. institutions. Published tuition is $29,082 per year before aid. Total cost of attendance, including housing, books, and living expenses, comes to about $43,711 annually.
Graduation & earnings outcomes
The 6-year graduation rate is 50.7%, a above-average completion outcome. 61.7% of first-time students return for a second year, a useful proxy for student satisfaction and academic fit. Ten years after enrolling, the median graduate earns $58,700 per year according to U.S. Department of Education earnings tracking.
Programs & majors
Albright College confers degrees and certificates across 15 broad program areas, with the largest concentrations of completions in Business, Visual & performing arts, Psychology. Grouped into wider academic categories, the mix is led by humanities & arts (37% of credentials), business (27% of credentials), social sciences (23% of credentials), which gives a quick read on the school's overall academic profile. Use the programs breakdown below to see every reported area, an estimated number of students per program per year, and links to compare other U.S. colleges in the same field.
Admissions
Albright College accepts 76% of applicants, making it moderately selective.
Location & campus
Set in Reading, Pennsylvania (city), Albright College draws students from across Pennsylvania and beyond. Prospective students often weigh proximity, cost of living, and local industry demand when choosing between schools in this area.
Frequently asked questions about Albright College
Q.How much does Albright College cost?
The average net price at Albright College is $20,024 per year after grants and scholarships, with total cost of attendance around $43,711.
Q.What is the graduation rate at Albright College?
Albright College has a 6-year graduation rate of 50.7% according to the latest U.S. Department of Education data.
Q.How hard is it to get into Albright College?
Albright College admits 76% of applicants, which is considered moderately selective.
Q.How much do Albright College graduates earn?
Ten years after enrolling, the median Albright College graduate earns $58,700 per year.
Q.What is tuition at Albright College?
Published tuition is $29,082 in-state. Most students pay less than the sticker price after financial aid.
Q.Where is Albright College located?
Albright College is located in Reading, Pennsylvania (ZIP 19612).
Data on this page comes from the U.S. Department of Education's College Scorecard and IPEDS, the federal sources colleges are required to report to. Net price, graduation rate, and earnings figures reflect the latest available federal release. Always verify current tuition and program availability directly with Albright College at their official website.