Albany, New York

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The State University of New York at Albany is a public research university in Albany, New York, founded in 1844. It is one of four university centers in the State University of New York system and offers undergraduate and graduate programs through nine schools and colleges. The university also includes a health sciences campus in neighboring Rensselaer and hosts the New York State Writers Institute.
National rank
Ranked #248 in the US by CWUR (2026). Source: CWUR US ↗
World rank
Ranked #1420 globally by CWUR (2026). Source: CWUR World ↗
47 New Scotland Ave, Albany, New York, 12208-3479
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