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Adelphi University

Garden City, New York · Private Non-Profit

Avg Earnings (5yr)

$63,688

Acceptance Rate

78%

Graduation Rate

68%

Annual Tuition

$47,290

Quick answer

According to U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard data on USACollegeData.com (2024-25 College Scorecard release), graduates of Adelphi University earn a median of $75,482 ten years after entry — 39% above the national median. Acceptance rate 77.5%, average SAT score 1219, in-state tuition $47,290.

At a Glance

Total Students

5,077

Retention Rate

83%

Faculty Ratio

12

Financial Aid

60%

Median Debt

$25,000

Campus Setting

Suburban

Institution Type

Private Non-Profit

Admissions: SAT & ACT Scores

Average SAT Score

1,219

SAT Reading/Writing (middle 50%)

570–660

SAT Math (middle 50%)

550–680

ACT Composite (middle 50%)

24–30

Institution Overview

Adelphi University is a private, non-profit institution with 5,077 students. The university has a 77.5% acceptance rate and a 83.1% retention rate. The graduation rate is 68.2%. The in-state tuition is $47,290.

One year after graduation, the median earnings are $65,016. Five years after graduation, the median earnings are $63,688. Ten years after graduation, the median earnings are $75,482. The median debt for graduates is $25,000, and 59.5% of students receive financial aid.

Generated from College Scorecard & IPEDS data

Earning Projection Over Time

$65k

1 YEAR

$64k

5 YEARS

$75k

10 YEARS

Top 11% in Earnings

Graduate Outcomes

One year after graduation, Adelphi University alumni earn a median salary of $65,016. Five years after graduation, median earnings decrease slightly to $63,688. However, ten years after graduation, median earnings increase to $75,482. The median debt for graduates is $25,000.

Adelphi University has a 77.5% acceptance rate and a 68.2% graduation rate. The university's retention rate is 83.1%. The in-state tuition is $47,290, and 59.5% of students receive financial aid.

Popular Programs

Top performing degrees based on enrollment and outcome data.

Registered Nursing, Nursing Administration, Nursing Research and Clinical Nursing

Graduates 489 / yr
Median Salary $146,993

Business Administration, Management and Operations

Graduates 291 / yr
Median Salary $71,043

Social Work

Graduates 266 / yr
Median Salary $55,681

Psychology, General

Graduates 129 / yr
Median Salary $20,458

Teacher Education and Professional Development, Specific Subject Areas

Graduates 124 / yr
Median Salary $60,990

Communication Disorders Sciences and Services

Graduates 113 / yr
Median Salary $52,519

Health and Physical Education/Fitness

Graduates 113 / yr
Median Salary $49,170

Biology, General

Graduates 95 / yr
Median Salary $30,101

Special Education and Teaching

Graduates 65 / yr
Median Salary $67,573

Accounting and Related Services

Graduates 60 / yr
Median Salary $71,011

Clinical, Counseling and Applied Psychology

Graduates 52 / yr
Median Salary $84,888

Communication and Media Studies

Graduates 51 / yr
Median Salary $16,178

Education, General

Graduates 46 / yr
Median Salary $26,228

Medical Illustration and Informatics

Graduates 37 / yr
Median Salary $80,119

Computer and Information Sciences, General

Graduates 36 / yr
Median Salary $29,816

Mental and Social Health Services and Allied Professions

Graduates 35 / yr
Median Salary $47,687

Criminal Justice and Corrections

Graduates 35 / yr
Median Salary $34,240

Finance and Financial Management Services

Graduates 32 / yr
Median Salary $49,517

Fine and Studio Arts

Graduates 24 / yr
Median Salary $17,155

Drama/Theatre Arts and Stagecraft

Graduates 23 / yr
Median Salary $14,867

Marketing

Graduates 23 / yr
Median Salary $42,200

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Campus Location

Garden City, New York

Garden City, NY 11530-0701

Adelphi University is located in Garden City, New York. The campus is in a suburban setting.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Adelphi University has an acceptance rate of 77.5%.