Rating Context:⚠️ Limited Data Available. Some metrics for this institution are incomplete or unavailable, which may affect the overall grade. Consider researching this school directly for the most current information.
Suggested Focus: For this type of institution, we recommend prioritizing the
Outcomes Score (C+)
which measures graduation and job placement rates — the most relevant metrics for career programs.
Outcomes
C+
60/100
Affordability
D
44/100
Resources
C+
60/100
Experience
D
40/100
Prestige
D
32/100
Two ratings: the overall grade compares colleges the conventional way (outcomes, cost, resources, experience, reputation). The Outcome Rating asks what students earn: 60% wage-adjusted earnings 10 years after enrolling, 25% graduation, 15% retention. Methodology
Quick Stats
14,477
Total Enrollment
N/A
Graduation Rate
N/A
Retention Rate
20.0:1
Student-Faculty Ratio
N/A
Acceptance Rate
N/A
Avg Net Price
Earnings, Debt & Completion
What happens to students who enroll at Excelsior University, from the U.S. Department of Education’s College Scorecard.
$78,493
Median earnings 10 yrs after entry
$63,796
Median earnings 6 yrs after entry
$13,769
Median debt at graduation
28.2%
Students receiving Pell grants
Typical debt at graduation equals about 18% of one year’s median earnings ten years after entry.
Earnings rank: 82nd percentile among similar colleges after a partial adjustment for local wage levels (NY wage index 1.10). This drives the Outcome Rating.
Source: U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard, retrieved Oct 2026. Earnings are for federally aided students who enrolled, whether or not they graduated.
Earnings by Major at Excelsior University
Median pay of bachelor's degree graduates by field of study, and how each program ranks against every college reporting that major — by raw pay and adjusted for state wage levels. Same school, very different paychecks.
Source: U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard, field-of-study data. Earnings are for graduates who received federal aid and were working; small programs are not reported.
For parents & investors
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Avg home value near campus: $343,841
Avg rent near campus: $1,757/mo
Top nearby ZIP by cap rate: 12206 (6.1% cap, Albany)
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🏆 Where Excelsior University Ranks
Rankings based on Repit College Grade among schools offering each program.
What is the acceptance rate at Excelsior University?
Acceptance rate data is not available for this institution. Many schools with open enrollment or specialized programs do not report traditional acceptance rates.
How much does it cost to attend Excelsior University?
Detailed tuition information is not available for this institution. Contact the admissions office for current pricing.
What is the graduation rate at Excelsior University?
Graduation rate data is not available for this institution.
Is Excelsior University a good school?
Excelsior University has a Repit College Score of 48/100 (Grade: C).
Our rating evaluates five key factors:
Outcomes (C+): Graduation and retention rates
Affordability (D): Net cost and financial aid access
Resources (C+): Class sizes and selectivity
Experience (D): Campus life and learning format
Prestige (D): Reputation and recognition
Note: As a smaller institution, we recommend focusing on the Outcomes score when evaluating this school.
How many students attend Excelsior University?
Excelsior University has a total enrollment of 14,477 students.
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