Russell Sage College

Troy, New York · Private nonprofit, 4-year

At a glance

Average net price

$22,917

In-state, after aid

6-year graduation rate

56.1%

Admission rate

53%

Undergrad size

1,244

In-state tuition

$38,164

Out-of-state tuition

$38,164

Cost of attendance

$50,607

Median earnings (10y)

$58,316

Admissions

SAT average
Not available
ACT midpoint
Not available
Retention
77.9%
Locale
City

Programs breakdown

12 program areas reported · Academic mix is led by health (44%), social sciences (24%), humanities & arts (14%).

  • STEM4%
  • Health44%
  • Business12%
  • Humanities & arts14%
  • Social sciences24%
  • Trades & services2%

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.

MajorCredentialGradsMedian earningsMedian debt
Psychology, Other.Master's202$51,412
Registered Nursing, Nursing Administration, Nursing Research and Clinical Nursing.Bachelor's181$62,759$27,000
Registered Nursing, Nursing Administration, Nursing Research and Clinical Nursing.Master's122$99,818
Health Professions and Related Clinical Sciences, Other.Bachelor's79$27,196$27,000
Rehabilitation and Therapeutic Professions.Master's73$62,535
Rehabilitation and Therapeutic Professions.First professional73$65,232
Psychology, General.Bachelor's67$33,886$25,000
Educational Administration and Supervision.Doctoral65$165,663
Nutrition Sciences.Master's50$48,184
Teacher Education and Professional Development, Specific Subject Areas.Bachelor's44$27,000
Nutrition Sciences.Graduate certificate42
Business Administration, Management and Operations.Bachelor's42$32,692$27,000
Design and Applied Arts.Bachelor's38$35,683$27,000
Business Administration, Management and Operations.Master's32$52,497
Teacher Education and Professional Development, Specific Levels and Methods.Master's28
Social Sciences, Other.Bachelor's26$35,123$26,865
Teacher Education and Professional Development, Specific Subject Areas.Master's24$51,907
Biological and Biomedical Sciences, Other.Bachelor's22$31,305$26,750
Student Counseling and Personnel Services.Master's20$38,192
Registered Nursing, Nursing Administration, Nursing Research and Clinical Nursing.Graduate certificate20
Nutrition Sciences.Bachelor's18
Teacher Education and Professional Development, Specific Levels and Methods.Bachelor's16
Biology, General.Bachelor's16
Sociology.Bachelor's10
Liberal Arts and Sciences, General Studies and Humanities.Bachelor's9
Visual and Performing Arts, Other.Bachelor's8
Psychology, Other.Graduate certificate7
Health and Medical Administrative Services.Master's7$63,613
Drama/Theatre Arts and Stagecraft.Bachelor's6
Public Health.Bachelor's5
Business, Management, Marketing, and Related Support Services, Other.Bachelor's5

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 Russell Sage College

Russell Sage College is a mid-sized institution located in Troy, New York, primarily awarding the bachelor's degree. It enrolls roughly 1,244 undergraduate students in a city setting. The most popular fields of study include Health professions, Business, Psychology.

Cost & tuition

The average net price at Russell Sage College — what a typical student actually pays after grants and scholarships — is $22,917 per year, which is above the national average compared to other U.S. institutions. Published tuition is $38,164 per year before aid. Total cost of attendance, including housing, books, and living expenses, comes to about $50,607 annually.

Graduation & earnings outcomes

The 6-year graduation rate is 56.1%, a above-average completion outcome. 77.9% 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 $58,316 per year according to U.S. Department of Education earnings tracking.

Programs & majors

Russell Sage College confers degrees and certificates across 12 broad program areas, with the largest concentrations of completions in Health professions, Business, Psychology. Grouped into wider academic categories, the mix is led by health (44% of credentials), social sciences (24% of credentials), humanities & arts (14% 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

Russell Sage College accepts 53% of applicants, making it moderately selective.

Location & campus

Set in Troy, New York (city), Russell Sage College draws students from across New York 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 Russell Sage College

Q.How much does Russell Sage College cost?

The average net price at Russell Sage College is $22,917 per year after grants and scholarships, with total cost of attendance around $50,607.

Q.What is the graduation rate at Russell Sage College?

Russell Sage College has a 6-year graduation rate of 56.1% according to the latest U.S. Department of Education data.

Q.How hard is it to get into Russell Sage College?

Russell Sage College admits 53% of applicants, which is considered moderately selective.

Q.How much do Russell Sage College graduates earn?

Ten years after enrolling, the median Russell Sage College graduate earns $58,316 per year.

Q.What is tuition at Russell Sage College?

Published tuition is $38,164 in-state. Most students pay less than the sticker price after financial aid.

Q.Where is Russell Sage College located?

Russell Sage College is located in Troy, New York (ZIP 12180).

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 Russell Sage College at their official website.