University at Albany (SUNY Albany) Reviews and Ratings

• I will prefer off campus accommodation than on campus as it is cheaper than on campus the average rent is 300 USD per person for a month there will be a bedroom,hall, kitchen, bathroom the rooms are quite spacious.
• There will be many apps to find accommodation like zillow etc: there are many whatsapp group where students can post about the vacancies in their houses so we can find one of then mostly all student housing areas are with in a range of 2 miles there will be different buses to travel to college which will take around 10 to 15 minutes

• Facebook Marketplace is the best place to go for finding accommodation. Apps like Zillow are also really good.
• Some challenges include finding good roommates so make sure you choose wisely.
• Also finding a decent space with proximity to a bus that goes to the campus.
• These points are really important to be aware of.

• Zillow and Trulia are the most trusted websites where you can find trusted accommodations. 
• Where there are listings and you have scheduled an appointment with the landlord for viewing the house and making a decision. I haven't faced any issues. Finding the right house according to your requirements is tough.

• Planned on finding off-campus accommodation; searched through Telegram and WhatsApp SUNY Albany student groups, then asked among seniors. This ranges from anywhere between 400 to 800 bucks a month, depending on shared utilities: water, electricity, heat were inclusive.
• My accommodation was approximately 1.5 miles off-campus, travel taking anything up to 10 to 15 minutes using a bus.
• The biggest challenge, being an international student, was understanding lease agreements, but early planning and seniors' help got me a good place. Most Indian students stay around Western Avenue or Washington Avenue; these are quite popular for affordability and convenience

• I was living off campus with my Indian classmates. We had met each other through a Facebook group. monthly rent was $350-$400. My place was 15 minutes away from the university.
• It was easily accessible by buses. My place had 2 bus stops near it.
• It was within 2 minutes walking distance. I would suggest students find a place with a bus stop nearby. As all apartments are almost the same with all the amenities, including washing machines, dryers, ovens, microwaves, AC, or radiators.

I would say that this university is good in terms of supporting students in achieving their goals and dreams. The university's campus features modern facilities, research centers, and a diverse student body. It is committed to providing students with a well-rounded education, fostering critical thinking, and preparing them for successful careers and contributions to society. The University at Albany is recognized for its research initiatives and contributions to various academic fields.

Getting placements is based on how much work you are willing to put into landing a job. The college can help you via career fairs and opportunities to get the employer to the college so that you can have a chance to network, but at the end of the day, it is completely dependent on you whether you land a job or not.

My overall experience in my university is very good and lovely. My experience in the university is just so lovely and educating that I don't even want to leave university. My friends in the university have always been good and kind to me.

The reputation was good, and the cost of living was also cheap. I also opted for this college because they offered financial aid and grants. That was what swayed me to choose here the most. I'm from California so I didn't want to move all the way to New York but education was my priority.