Excelsior University

Excelsior University is a private nonprofit four-year institution located in Albany, New York, set within a midsize city. The university primarily serves adult learners through online and distance education formats. Total enrollment stands at 21,494 students (IPEDS 2023), making it one of the larger distance-education-focused universities in the northeastern United States.

Excelsior University offers a range of associate, bachelor's, and certificate programs across technology, health, and engineering fields. Notable programs include Registered Nursing/Registered Nurse, Nursing Administration, Computer and Information Systems Security/Auditing/Information Assurance, Computer/Computer Systems Technology/Technician, Electrical/Electronic and Communications Engineering Technology/Technician, Nuclear Engineering Technology/Technician, Energy Systems Technology/Technician, Nanotechnology, and Electromechanical Engineering Technology/Technician, available at the associate, bachelor's, and certificate levels.

Located in Albany, the capital of New York State, Excelsior University is well-positioned to serve working adults across the region and nation. The university's flexible delivery model makes it accessible to students balancing professional and personal commitments while pursuing credentials in high-demand technical and healthcare fields.