College comparison

Alfred University vs Bay Path University

A side-by-side of acceptance rate, test scores, and cost — source-cited estimates, not guarantees. Want the number that actually matters for your student? Model your admit odds at each.

Metric	Alfred University Alfred, NY	Bay Path University Longmeadow, MA
Acceptance rateAlfred University is more selective	74%	85%
SAT (25–75)	1095–1310	1010–1210
ACT (25–75)	—	—
Undergrad enrollment	1,423	1,108
Avg net price	$25,620	$14,271
Median earnings (10 yr)Bay Path University reports higher median earnings	$54,897	$55,383
Graduation rate	57%	44%
Median debt	$26,000	$24,901
Economic mobility	1.5%	—
Test policy	—	—
Type	Private (nonprofit)	Private (nonprofit)

Quick answers

Is Alfred University or Bay Path University harder to get into?

Alfred University is more selective: Alfred University's acceptance rate is approximately 74% and Bay Path University's is approximately 85% (estimates from public and primary sources).

What SAT score do you need for Alfred University vs Bay Path University?

The middle-50% SAT range is 1095–1310 at Alfred University and 1010–1210 at Bay Path University. Scores outside these bands are still admitted, especially with strong applications.

Figures are estimates compiled from public datasets (College Scorecard / IPEDS) and primary sources; verify with each institution before relying on them.

These outputs are estimates from a baseline model — not guarantees of admission, cost, or outcome.