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School Overview

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Overall A-
Matriculation A
Academics B+
Extracurriculars B
Geo & Community B+
Reviews A
The Albany Academy and Albany Academy for Girls share a nearly 200-year-old tradition of single-gender, independent education. Both schools retain their own identities, traditions, programs and administrations while sharing a set of values and sense of purpose. A spirit of collaboration flourishes at the Academies. The Albany Academy strives to create an environment rich in possibilities that encourages and inspires each student to attain the level of mastery of which he is capable, and to develop those personal qualities and talents that make him a unique individual, a leader and a contributing member of society. Albany Academy for Girls seeks to engage each student in academics, the arts and athletics through a rigorous program that challenges students to become creative and independent thinkers and fosters responsible citizenship and lifelong learning.
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School Stats

Average
Current school
Tuition
$43,400
Enrollment
694
International Students
4%
Faculty with Advanced Degrees
80%
Teacher-Student Ratio
1:9
Endowment
$18 million
AP
26
Average SAT Score
1158
Average ACT Score
26
Class Size
16

Matriculation


College Matriculation

(2024)
Ranking University/College Students
Art #1 School of the Art Institute of Chicago 1 +
Art #4 Maryland Institute College of Art 1 +
Art #8 Pratt Institute 1 +
#9 Johns Hopkins University 1 +
Art #11 Otis College of Art and Design 1 +
#17 Cornell University 1 +
#23 Georgetown University 1 +
#25 University of Virginia 1 +
LAC #5 Wellesley College 1 +

Academics

AP Scores

(2025)
Number of students who took AP tests
206
Number of tests taken
461
85%
Score 5
Score 4
Score 3
Other scores

AP Courses

(26)
French Language and Culture
Latin
Spanish Language and Culture
Biology
Chemistry
Environmental Science
French Language and Culture
Latin
Spanish Language and Culture
Biology
Chemistry
Environmental Science
Physics 1
Physics 2
Physics C: Electricity and Magnetism
Physics C: Mechanics
Calculus AB
Calculus BC
Computer Science A
Computer Science Principles
Statistics
Comparative Government and Politics
European History
Human Geography
Macroeconomics
Microeconomics
United States Government and Politics
United States History
English Language and Composition
Studio Art: 2-D Design
Studio Art: 3-D Design
Studio Art: Drawing
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Sports

(16)
American Football
Baseball
Basketball
Cross Country
Diving
Golf
American Football
Baseball
Basketball
Cross Country
Diving
Golf
Ice Hockey
Lacrosse
Skiing
Soccer
Softball
Squash
Swimming
Tennis
Track and Field
Volleyball
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Extracurricular Activities and Clubs

(28)
Archive Club
Art Club
Bible Club
Black Affinity
Cadet Corps
Cali Go!
Archive Club
Art Club
Bible Club
Black Affinity
Cadet Corps
Cali Go!
Certamen
Chess Club
Creative Writing Club
Current Events
Debate Club
DECA (Investment Club)
Environmental Club
Equity Club
Habitat for Humanity
International Club
Irish Club
K-Pop & Jazz Dance Club
Library Committee
Math Lab
Montgomery & Lafayette (literary magazine)
Neuroscience Club
Personality Exploration
Pickleball Club
Robotics
Science Bowl
Trap Shooting
Woodcarving Club.
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Arts

(16)
Acting
Chamber Ensemble
Choreography
Dance
Improvisation
Instrumental Ensemble
Acting
Chamber Ensemble
Choreography
Dance
Improvisation
Instrumental Ensemble
Music Theory
Theater Design
Ceramics
Filmmaking
Photography
Studio Art
Screenwriting
Storytelling
Tech Design
Tech Theater
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Basic Info

Co-ed
Day School Grades: PreK-12
Urban
IB: No
Year Founded: 1813
Campus Size: 25 acres
Religious Affiliation: No Religious Affiliation

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Reviews

A FindingSchool User
5 / 5
12/30/2021
Reviews from other languages
The most impressive AP program, with 22 AP courses and 11 honors courses.
Rich advanced and specialized courses, such as: AP Computer Science Principles, AP Physics B/C, AP Calculus AB/BC, AP Computer Science A, Advanced Computer Programming, AP Statistics, Anatomy and Physiology, Forensic Science, Astronomy, Advanced Filmmaking, etc.
Each student is assigned an academic advisor.
Elite sports facilities like ice hockey rink, indoor swimming pool, squash courts; football and tennis have won regional championships.
Internship projects cover fields such as computer science, business, finance, and medicine.
The Innovative Leadership & Character Development program cultivates students' good character and leadership skills.
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A FindingSchool User
5 / 5
12/30/2021
Reviews from other languages
This school boasts a glorious 200-year history and is located in Albany, the capital of New York State, USA. It has abundant educational resources and numerous higher education institutions. The school is divided into two campuses: the West Campus, The Albany Academy, and the East Campus, Albany Academy for Girls. Additionally, the school is situated in the Albany Tech Valley, with headquarters of major companies like GE and IBM, as well as 40 universities nearby.
Located in Albany, the capital of New York.
A traditional prestigious school with a 200-year history.
An ultra-low student-teacher ratio of 1:6, with 80% of teachers holding master's or doctoral degrees.
Home to numerous globally renowned enterprises such as GE and IBM.
40 universities, including Albany Medical College, Albany Law School, and SUNY Albany, are gathered here.
PK-10 grades feature separate instruction for boys and girls, while 11th and 12th grades are co-educational.
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A FindingSchool User
5 / 5
03/19/2021
Reviews from other languages
Albany Academies is located in the Albany Tech Valley of New York, near the headquarters of major companies like GE and IBM, as well as 40 universities, providing students with rich career and business opportunities. The school boasts an excellent location, beautiful surroundings, and fresh air. Albany Academies teaches students to pursue strong character and a rigorous life dedicated to improving the lives of others.

School Advantages:

1. Unique Teaching Method - Active Learning: The school advocates 'active learning,' where students discover information and develop skills through hands-on experience.

2. Rich Extracurricular Activities: Offers real-world challenges in public speaking, robotics, debate, mock trials, drama, music, art, and of course, athletics.

3. Founding Purpose: Albany Academies was originally founded to educate future leaders of Albany and the surrounding areas. While the Academies' graduates now continue to hold leadership positions in national and global settings, this remains a hallmark of The Academies.

4. Albany Academies' Global Education Initiative expands students' worldviews through guest speakers, cultural exchanges, and group trips.

5. Albany Academies' College Counseling Department begins working with ninth-grade students and their families to alleviate the pressure of the college application process.
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Frequently Ask Questions about Albany Academies

Tell me a bit about Albany Academies.
Albany Academies is Co-ed private day school located in New York, US. It was founded 1813 , and currently has about 694 students, 4.00% of whom are international students.

For more official information, please visit https://www.albanyacademies.org/page.
Does Albany Academies have rigorous academic requirements?
Albany Academies is offering 26 AP courses.

Albany Academies also have 80% of faculties whose degrees are master and above.
Where do Albany Academies students typically go for their colleges?
Based on the most recent matriculation data, 12.38% go to top 50 US universities and colleges*, 13.11% go to top 25, and about 3.4% go to Harvard, Yale, Princeton, Stanford and MIT.

*Ranking is based on the 2024 US News College Ranking.
What is the application requirement for Albany Academies?
Similar to most private schools in the US, Albany Academies’s typical admission requirements include school transcript, recommendation letter, application essay, and interview (often optional, but highly recommended).
What is the Day Tuition for Albany Academies?
The day tuition for Albany Academies in 2024 is $43,400 For international students, there are additional fees, such as student management fee and other fees associated with managing international students.

For more information, please contact school’s admission team at admissions@albanyacademies.org .
Where is Albany Academies located?
Albany Academies is located in the State of New York of USA.
How popular is Albany Academies on the FindingSchool network?
Based on FindingSchool monthly traffic data as well as onsite search record, Albany Academies is among the most popular schools, within top 391 for all schools on FindingSchool.

Also Albany Academies has been favorited by 36 users.
How do I complete an application for Albany Academies?
The first stop is to carefully review the school profile on FindingSchool to learn more about Albany Academies. Most of them are directly provided by the school.

Also it is highly recommended to visit Albany Academies’s official site: https://www.albanyacademies.org/page or call them at 518-429-2300.
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What is the FindingSchool rating for Albany Academies?
The overall rating for Albany Academies is A-.

The section ratings of Albany Academies are:
A for Matriculation
B+ for Academics
B for Extracurriculum
B+ for Community
A for Students and Parents reviews

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