Joseph Winthrop Holley, born in 1874 to former slaves in Winnsboro, South Carolina, founded the institution in 1903 as the Albany Bible and Manual Training Institute. W. E. B. Du Bois inspired Holley to return to the South after he read Du Bois's writings on the plight of Albany's blacks in The Souls of Black Folk. Holley relocated to Albany to start a school. With the help of a $2,600 gift from the Hazard family, Holley organized a board of trustees and purchased 50 acres (200,000 m2) of land for the campus, all within a year. The aim of the institution at the time was to provide elementary education and teacher training for the local Black population. It was turned over to the state of Georgia in 1917 as Georgia Normal and Agricultural College, a two-year agricultural and teacher-training institution.

In 1932, the school became part of the University System of Georgia and in 1943 it was granted four-year status and renamed Albany State College. The transition to four-year status heavily increased the school's enrollment. In 1981 the college offered its first graduate program, a prelude to the school being upgraded to university status in 1996.

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Top 10 Hotels Near Albany State University

Hilton Garden Inn Albany

0.9 km from Albany State University

Glennis

RM495 total

includes taxes & fees

3 Dec - 4 Dec

Noble Suites

1.3 km from Albany State University

Quarterris

Regent Motel

2.6 km from Albany State University

Patricia

RM255 total

includes taxes & fees

19 Nov - 20 Nov

In-room safe, blackout curtains, soundproofing, free WiFi

Hotel Inn Albany

1.6 km from Albany State University

RM399 total

includes taxes & fees

19 Nov - 20 Nov

Merry Acres Inn

4.6 km from Albany State University

Johnny

RM439 total

includes taxes & fees

20 Nov - 21 Nov

Country Inn & Suites by Radisson, Albany, GA

8.1 km from Albany State University

Mercedes

RM444 total

includes taxes & fees

14 Dec - 15 Dec

Red Roof Inn & Suites Albany, GA

4.4 km from Albany State University

Jaime

RM353 total

includes taxes & fees

19 Nov - 20 Nov

Relax Inn

3.9 km from Albany State University

Larry

RM286 total

includes taxes & fees

19 Nov - 20 Nov

Knights Inn Albany

5.4 km from Albany State University

Christina

RM332 total

includes taxes & fees

13 Dec - 14 Dec

Rodeway Inn Albany South

4.8 km from Albany State University

Kevion

RM286 total

includes taxes & fees

18 Dec - 19 Dec

Sunrise Inn By OYO Albany

6.2 km from Albany State University

William

RM279 total

includes taxes & fees

19 Nov - 20 Nov

In-room safe, iron/ironing board, free cots/infant beds, free WiFi

Hampton Inn & Suites Albany At Albany Mall

9 km from Albany State University

Debra

RM595 total

includes taxes & fees

30 Nov - 1 Dec

Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites Albany by IHG

9.6 km from Albany State University

John

RM589 total

includes taxes & fees

30 Nov - 1 Dec

Desk, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets

Baymont by Wyndham Albany at Albany Mall

9.2 km from Albany State University

Ernest

RM396 total

includes taxes & fees

30 Nov - 1 Dec

Fairfield Inn & Suites by Marriott Albany

9.8 km from Albany State University

Nina

RM599 total

includes taxes & fees

7 Dec - 8 Dec

Courtyard by Marriott Albany

10 km from Albany State University

Amy

RM623 total

includes taxes & fees

30 Nov - 1 Dec

Motel 6 Albany, GA

9.7 km from Albany State University

Sammy and Parada

RM346 total

includes taxes & fees

2 Dec - 3 Dec

Quality Inn at Albany Mall

9.1 km from Albany State University

Janicee

RM368 total

includes taxes & fees

25 Nov - 26 Nov

TownePlace Suites by Marriott Albany

9.9 km from Albany State University

Alexandria

RM663 total

includes taxes & fees

13 Dec - 14 Dec

Park Inn by Radisson Albany, GA

9.6 km from Albany State University

Haley

RM410 total

includes taxes & fees

20 Nov - 21 Nov

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Top Albany State University Hotel Reviews

Country Inn & Suites by Radisson, Albany, GA

10/10 Excellent

"The room was decent. The pool and sauna was great my kids, husband and I really enjoyed that. What stood out at this hotel was the friendly and helpful front desk.Kimberly was very accommodating to us.KIMBERLY"

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Ray Charles Plaza

4.3/5 (81 reviews)

Appreciate a beautiful park that commemorates the revered musician Ray Charles. Listen to his music while enjoying fantastic river views in the background.

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Flint RiverQuarium

4.3/5 (14 reviews)

Have a fun and exciting day at this famous aquarium in Albany. Watch amazing sea creatures and learn about the world through interactive and entertaining exhibits.

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Albany State University is located in a family-friendly area of Albany known for its major shopping area. If you're looking for a convenient place to stay, take a look at the 6 hotels and other accommodation options you'll find within a mile.

What's the best hotel to stay close to Albany State University?

Hilton Garden Inn Albany is one of the top choices for your stay based on our traveller data, and this hotel offers a restaurant and an outdoor pool. It's located just a short 0.6 mi (0.9 km) from Albany State University. Another good choice is Days Inn by Wyndham Albany, located just 1 mi (1.6 km) away.

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What can I see and do near Albany State University?

You'll want to browse the exhibits at Albany Museum of Art and Thronateeska Heritage Center. You can enjoy live performances at Albany Municipal Auditorium and Theatre Albany. Spend some time exploring the the natural beauty of Ray Charles Plaza, Radium Springs Gardens and Chehaw Park.

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