College comparison

Alfred University vs Houghton 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	Houghton University Houghton, NY
Acceptance rateAlfred University is more selective	74%	89%
SAT (25–75)	1095–1310	1170–1375
ACT (25–75)	—	—
Undergrad enrollment	1,423	753
Avg net price	$25,620	$20,519
Test policy	—	—
Type	Private (nonprofit)	Private (nonprofit)
Location	Alfred, NY	Houghton, NY

Quick answers

Is Alfred University or Houghton University harder to get into?

Alfred University is more selective: Alfred University's acceptance rate is approximately 74% and Houghton University's is approximately 89% (estimates from public and primary sources).

What SAT score do you need for Alfred University vs Houghton University?

The middle-50% SAT range is 1095–1310 at Alfred University and 1170–1375 at Houghton 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.