ALBANY, NY — The University at Albany is welcoming more than 3,500 students to make up the Class of 2030, making it part of the largest first-year class in UAlbany's history. Approximately 18,000 students are enrolled at the University this year.

The incoming class was selected from more than 36,000 applications and represents a 20% increase in first-year enrollment compared with last year. Students in the Class of 2030 come from 40 states and 35 countries, bringing a wide range of backgrounds and experiences to UAlbany.

Among this year's incoming class:

• More than 1,280 students are from New York City.
• 558 students are from the Capital District.
• 512 students are from Long Island.
• 451 students joined the University's Honors College.

In addition to the new freshmen, UAlbany is welcoming more than 1,000 transfer students this fall.

"I am delighted to welcome these first-year and transfer students to the University at Albany, and I look forward to all they will accomplish at our university. With innovative new academic programs that are tied to career paths, a holistic approach to student wellbeing, and a commitment to affordability and accessibility, UAlbany is a place where all students can thrive. Our world-class faculty and dedicated staff will nurture this newest class of Great Danes, ensuring they have the resources, opportunities, and support they need to succeed in college and in their careers," said Havidan Rodriguez, President of the University at Albany.

After moving into their residence halls, these new Great Danes attended the University's traditional Welcome Week events, introducing new students to the campus community. The week was highlighted by the annual class photo, followed by the University's Convocation by Candlelight Ceremony.

The large incoming class reflects strong interest in UAlbany's continued investment in student success.That investment includes an expanding portfolio of academic programs, stronger educational partnerships and enhancements to the student experience.

The University at Albany Welcomes the following students from around the Sullivan County area:

Paulina Zajkowski of Monticello (12701)

Khloe Parker of Yulan (12792)

Tommy Sciascia of Bloomingburg (12721)

Payton Exner of Grahamsville (12740)

Cadence Kratz of Jeffersonvlle (12748)

Joseph Sarney of Liberty (12754)

Phillo Romero of Liberty (12754)

Noellia Cruz Cruz of Liberty (12754)

Lance Saint Jean of Milford (18337)

Jvaughn Dawson of Monticello (12701)

Miguel Cruz of Monticello (12701)

Maria Abreu of Liberty (12754)

Kevin Bassi of Monticello (12701)

Allanah Owens of Monticello (12701)

Jonathan Carabajal of Monticello (12701)

Isaiah Broadbelt of Bloomingburg (12721)

Anthony Moliterno of Monticello (12701)

Jayleen Molina of Monticello (12701)

Gabby Platt of Wurtsboro (12790)

Joseph Zayas Hagan of Bloomingburg (12721)

Rory Brady of Glen Spey (12737)

Kamoren Connell of Liberty (12754)

Anneliese Vitale of Bloomingburg (12721)

Hailee Jackson of Kiamesha Lake (12751)

Elmer Son Vicente of Liberty (12754)

Jake Hovis of Rock Hill (12775)

Carla Lara of Hurleyville (12747)

Jack Oconnor of Hawley (18428)

Alastor Froehlich of White Sulphur Springs (12787)

Hannah Irwin of Phillipsport (12769)

Giuliana La Piana of Wurtsboro (12790)

Christopher Dibartolo of Liberty (12754)

Marilyn Santos of Loch Sheldrake (12759)

Lismar Rios of Bloomingburg (12721)

Daphne Oliveros of Bloomingburg (12721)

William Seward of Hurleyville (12747)

Benjamin Sachakov of Liberty (12754)

Eli Desrochers of Liberty (12754)

Isaiah Young of Liberty (12754)

Jair Molina Gavilan of Liberty (12754)

Mya Jones of Livingstn Manor (12758)

Nat Fuentes Blandon of South Fallsburg (12779)

Sydney Robinson of Monticello (12701)

Khriz Suquilanda of Wurtsboro (12790)

Charlie Sturm of Wurtsboro (12790)

Darby Nagpaul of Swan Lake (12783)

Anthony Valle of Monticello (12701)

About the University at Albany

The University at Albany is one of the most diverse public research institutions in the nation and a national leader in educational equity and social mobility. As a Carnegie-classified R1 institution, UAlbany faculty and students are advancing our understanding of the world in fields like artificial intelligence, atmospheric and environmental sciences, business, education, public health, social sciences, criminal justice, humanities, emergency preparedness, engineering, public administration, and social welfare. Our courses are taught by an accomplished roster of faculty experts with student success at the center of everything we do. Through our parallel commitments to academic excellence, scientific discovery, and service to community, UAlbany molds bright, curious, and engaged leaders and launches great careers.