Hometown Advantage Scholarship

Pioneers are
Pros!
Guaranteed $2,000 or More for You
Top Ranked & Affordable
Low $7,070 In-State Tuition
200+ Hands-On Labs for Career Skills

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Exclusively for our Allegany and Steuben County neighbors!

Local county first-year and transfer students studying full-time on-campus are guaranteed at least $2,000 in scholarships per year — making us your most affordable option with the biggest return. 

With Free Tuition Plus, most Alfred State students have all their tuition paid by state and federal grants. PLUS, you can cash in on additional ASC scholarship funds to reduce your costs including the $2,000 for your Hometown Advantage. Stay connected to your community, stay close, and go far as an Alfred State Pioneer.

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Seeing Is Believing

Come see what it's like to be an Alfred State Pioneer.

There's nothing like taking a campus tour, giving our mascot Big Blue a hoof bump, talking with current students, and enjoying a trolley ride. Plan a personal tour or visit during an interactive Open House. We can't wait to show you around.

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Alfred State by the Numbers

16:1 Student:Faculty Ratio
90+ Clubs & Organizations
93% Receive Financial Aid
80+ Majors