C
Average
Score: 47/100
Overall (traditional)
C+
Outcome Rating
56/100 · earnings-weighted

Maria College of Albany

4-Year Private Non-Profit
📍 Albany, New York 12208
Maria College of Albany campus, Albany, NY
Maria College of Albany campus, Albany, NY. Photo: Bethwales, CC BY-SA 4.0 via Wikimedia Commons.
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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 (D) which measures graduation and job placement rates — the most relevant metrics for career programs.
Graduation Rate: 43%
Outcomes
D
42/100
Affordability
C
50/100
Resources
B
72/100
Experience
C
50/100
Prestige
F
25/100

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

752
Total Enrollment
43%
Graduation Rate
0%
Retention Rate
5.0:1
Student-Faculty Ratio
61%
Acceptance Rate
N/A
Avg Net Price

Earnings, Debt & Completion

What happens to students who enroll at Maria College of Albany, from the U.S. Department of Education’s College Scorecard.

$55,458
Median earnings 10 yrs after entry
$53,357
Median earnings 6 yrs after entry
$20,528
Median debt at graduation
30%
Completion rate (within 150% of normal time)
55.8%
Students receiving Pell grants

Typical debt at graduation equals about 37% of one year’s median earnings ten years after entry.

Earnings rank: 75th 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 Maria College of Albany

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.

Major1 yr after4 yrs aftervs. nationalRank (pay)Rank (wage-adj.)Median debt
Registered Nursing, Nursing Administration, Nursing Research and Clinical Nursing$81,690$89,587+1%#383 of 966#590$26,792
Health Services/Allied Health/Health Sciences$34,127————$27,673

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

The Maria College of Albany Town Property Report

  • Avg home value near campus: $334,997
  • Avg rent near campus: $1,545/mo
  • Top nearby ZIP by cap rate: 12206 (6.1% cap, Albany)

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Costs & Financial Aid

Tuition & Fees

Category In-State Out-of-State
Tuition $16,980 $16,980

Financial Aid

91%
Receive Any Aid
78%
Receive Pell Grants
53%
Take Out Loans
N/A
Avg Net Price

Student Demographics

752
Total Students
91%
Women
31%
Traditional Age (18-24)

👥 Race & Ethnicity

White 51%
Hispanic 9%
Black 17%
Asian 4%
Two or More 5%
Non-Resident 4%

🏠 Living Arrangements

💻 Learning Mode

In-Person 56%
Hybrid (Some Online) 37%
Fully Online 7%

📊 Age Distribution

18-24 (Traditional) 31%
25-64 (Adult) 69%

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the acceptance rate at Maria College of Albany?
Maria College of Albany has an acceptance rate of 61%. This indicates a less selective admissions process with good chances for qualified applicants.
How much does it cost to attend Maria College of Albany?
Tuition at Maria College of Albany is $16,980 for in-state students and $16,980 for out-of-state students .
What is the graduation rate at Maria College of Albany?
The graduation rate at Maria College of Albany is 43%. This graduation rate is below average. Consider factors like program type and student demographics when evaluating.
Is Maria College of Albany a good school?
Maria College of Albany has a Repit College Score of 47/100 (Grade: C). Our rating evaluates five key factors:
  • Outcomes (D): Graduation and retention rates
  • Affordability (C): Net cost and financial aid access
  • Resources (B): Class sizes and selectivity
  • Experience (C): Campus life and learning format
  • Prestige (F): Reputation and recognition
Note: As a smaller institution, we recommend focusing on the Outcomes score when evaluating this school.
How many students attend Maria College of Albany?
Maria College of Albany has a total enrollment of 752 students.

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Data source: IPEDS 2023-24 | Last updated: October 2026 | Methodology