University at Albany Football
University at Albany (UAlbany) · Albany, New York · Public university
University at Albany Football coaches
Coaches at University at Albany who recruit Men's Football, head coach first.
The program
Where University at Albany competes and how it ranks.
- Affiliation
- NCAA
- Division
- Division I
- Conference
- Colonial Athletic Association
- Program level
- Recognized
- Athletics site
- ualbanysports.com
How you compare
The middle 50% of admitted students score inside the blue band. Test policy: Considered but not Required.
Popular majors
- Test policy
- Considered but not Required
- Student-to-faculty
- 16 : 1
- Graduation rate
- 61% in six years
What it costs
Yearly figures. Net price is the average paid after grants and scholarships.
Where it is
University at Albany in Albany.
- Location
- Albany, New York
- Type
- Public
- Religious affiliation
- Not Religiously Affiliated
- Time zone
- Eastern
- Website
- albany.edu
About University at Albany Football
How the program competes and what the school is like.
Tom Perkovich, the Head Coach, leads the University at Albany Football staff of 16 coaches, verified October 2026. University at Albany (UAlbany) competes in NCAA Division I Football as a member of the Colonial Athletic Association. Under NCAA rules, Division I football coaches can start private messages and calls on September 1 of junior year. University at Albany is a large public school in Albany, New York with 17,560 undergraduates, a 69% acceptance rate and an average net price of $17,949 a year after aid.
How to get recruited by University at Albany Football
What to send, who to send it to and when to follow up.
- Find the right coachEmail Tom Perkovich, the Head Coach and Chris Calabrese, the Defensive Line Coach - Player Personnel. University at Albany has 16 coaches for Football, so write to the one who recruits your position or event, not only the head coach.
- Lead with your numbersPut your position, height and weight, 40-yard dash and key stats in the subject line and first sentences. Division I coaches recruit early and compare you against national results, so verified numbers matter.
- Send your videoInclude a Hudl highlight video with your best plays first, with the link near the top so Tom can watch without scrolling.
- Show the academic fitAdmitted students at University at Albany typically score 1120 – 1320 on the SAT and 22 – 31 on the ACT, and testing is considered but not required. Mention your GPA and intended major.
- Follow upCoaches rarely reply to the first email. Follow up with the University at Albany staff after a week, and again after your next game with updated results.
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Email Coach TomHow football recruiting works on AthleticScholar →University at Albany Football FAQ
Quick answers about the program, the school and how to reach the coaches.
Is University at Albany D1?
Yes. University at Albany competes in NCAA Division I Football, in the Colonial Athletic Association.
Is University at Albany public or private?
University at Albany is a public school in Albany, New York.
What conference is University at Albany Football in?
The Colonial Athletic Association.
Does University at Albany offer athletic scholarships for Football?
University at Albany competes in NCAA Division I, where programs can offer athletic scholarships. The number and size of awards vary, so ask the coaches directly.
How many coaches does University at Albany Football have?
16 coaches, led by Tom Perkovich, the Head Coach.
Who is the head coach of University at Albany Football?
Tom Perkovich is the Head Coach.
When can University at Albany Football coaches contact recruits?
Under NCAA rules, Division I football coaches can start private messages and calls on September 1 of junior year. You can email the coaches yourself at any age. Rules change, so check your sport's current NCAA recruiting calendar.
Can you walk on to University at Albany Football?
It depends on roster space each year. The best way to find out is to email the coaches with your stats and highlights and ask about walk-on spots.
How much does University at Albany cost?
In-state tuition is $7,070 and out-of-state tuition is $27,460 a year. The average net price after grants and scholarships is $17,949.
What is the University at Albany acceptance rate?
69% of applicants are admitted.
What SAT or ACT score do you need for University at Albany?
Admitted students typically score 1120 – 1320 on the SAT and 22 – 31 on the ACT.
How do I contact the University at Albany Football coaches?
Start a free 7-day AthleticScholar trial to see each coach's email and send a personal message from your own Gmail, with follow-ups until they reply.
Admissions, cost and enrollment figures come from the U.S. Department of Education (IPEDS), latest year available.
