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Getting Started

You're one of a kind, and so are we! Whether you are looking to start your education, try a new path, or update your skills, SUNY Schenectady has a program to fit you, and the academic and student support services to help you succeed.  

HOW TO BECOME A STUDENT

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NEWS AND EVENTS

Music Audio Technology students assist with session overseen by Associate Professor Sten Isachsen. Student Jayden Mignot adds vocals and keyboards to two tracks!

30 September 2024

Captain at PSA Airlines encourages aspiring pilots: "Don't be shy, go fly!" Lisa Deemer, Class of 2015

19 September 2024

Who gives them the best advice? How do they balance school and leadership roles? Where is their favorite place on campus? Student Government Association officers and senators answer these questions and more.

11 September 2024

Apprentices receive financial assistance and mentorship while the Schenectady Police Department expands access to law enforcement careers.

10 September 2024
Join the School of Music for a fall concert. Links to a full list of performances.
Oct 12

SUNY Schenectady School of Music invites brass players of all ability levels to a day with some...

9:00 AM - 3:00 PM | School of Music
Oct 18

Join the School of Music and A Place for Jazz for the Bill O'Connell Quartet featuring Craig Handy.Tickets:...

7:30 PM - 9:00 PM | Main Campus, Carl B. Taylor Auditorium
Oct 19

Visit the SUNY Schenectady Food Truck at the Liberty Foundation’s Electric City Trucks, Taps,...

12:00 PM - 4:00 PM | Via Port Rotterdam
Oct 21

Registration for Winter Session and Spring Semester begins today. Winter Session runs December 30-January...

3:00 AM - 3:00 AM
Oct 21

Monthly meeting of the Board of Trustees. Open to the public. Learn more about the Board of...

5:30 PM - 7:00 PM | Elston Hall, Van Curler Room
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Individualized assistance to students, alumni, employers and educational partners.

LEARN MORE ABOUT CAREER SERVICES

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Innovative and responsive community educational programming that support businesses and individuals.

READ MORE ABOUT WORKFORCE DEVELOPMENT

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Check out the employment opportunities at SUNY Schenectady.

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