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Russell Sage College

Troy, NY · Private nonprofit · Small city · Website

Russell Sage College campus
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Admission rate
53%
Accessible
Average net price
$21,084
per year, after aid
Graduation rate
59%
Median earnings
$61,760
10 years after enrolling

Summary

Russell Sage College is a private nonprofit college in Troy, NY with 1,244 undergraduates. It admits 53% of applicants. The average net price after aid is $21,084 per year ($15,978 for families earning under $30,000). 59% of students graduate, and graduates earn a median of $61,760 ten years after enrolling.

private nonprofit college

Admissions

Admission rate
53%
Fall 2024
Testing policy
Test blind
Fall 2024
Applicants
1,655
Fall 2023
Admitted
1,261
Fall 2023
Yield
15%
of admitted students enrolled

What Russell Sage College looks at

As reported by the college to IPEDS (Fall 2023).

  • High school recordRequired
  • High school GPARequired
  • College-prep courseworkRequired
  • Class rankConsidered
  • Essay or personal statementRequired
  • RecommendationsRequired
  • Demonstrated competenciesConsidered
  • Legacy statusConsidered
  • Work experienceNot considered
  • English proficiency testNot considered

Cost

Cost of attendance
$51,697
sticker price, per year
Tuition & fees
$39,812

Net price by family income

Average yearly cost after grants and scholarships for students receiving federal aid.

  • $0–30k$15,978
  • $30–48k$17,113
  • $48–75k$19,831
  • $75–110k$26,121
  • $110k+$28,440

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Outcomes

Graduation rate
59%
Freshman retention
78%
Median earnings
$61,760
10 yrs after enrolling
Median debt
$22,212
at graduation

Students

Undergraduates
1,244
Student–faculty ratio
10:1
Receive Pell grants
45%
  • White57%
  • Hispanic13%
  • Black12%
  • Asian5%

Russell Sage College FAQ

What is Russell Sage College's acceptance rate?+

Russell Sage College admits 53% of applicants, which makes it accessible.

Is Russell Sage College test optional?+

Test blind (scores not considered).

How many students apply to Russell Sage College?+

In Fall 2023, 1,655 students applied to Russell Sage College and 1,261 were admitted; 190 enrolled.

Does Russell Sage College consider legacy status?+

Yes. Russell Sage College reported that legacy status is considered in admissions (Fall 2023).

Does Russell Sage College require an essay?+

Russell Sage College reported that an essay or personal statement is required for admission (Fall 2023).

How much does Russell Sage College cost?+

The sticker cost of attendance is $51,697 per year, but the average net price after grants and scholarships is $21,084.

What is Russell Sage College's graduation rate?+

59% of full-time students graduate within 150% of normal time.

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