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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

From the Class of 1971 to the Class of 2025, alumni reconnect, reminisce, tour campus, and even play alumni trivia during fun day on campus.

16 October 2025

SGA is the voice of the students.

8 October 2025

ASAP offers students financial, academic, and personal support to boost graduation rates, close opportunity gaps.

1 October 2025

Students create delicious sweet and savory items sold at popular on-campus bakery. PHOTO GALLERY

24 September 2025

Home to an outstanding learning experience for students in the School of Hotel, Culinary Arts and Tourism and a delicious dining experience for patrons. PHOTO GALLERY

24 September 2025
Many Voices, One Call, the SUNY Schenectady podcast. Links to current episodes. .
Oct 20

Registration opens today for Winter Session and Spring Semester. Winter Session runs December 29,...

3:00 AM - 3:00 AM
Oct 20

Share in the experience of the Festival of Lights. Traditional foods, words, free henna, celebratory...

11:00 AM - 1:00 PM | Begley Building
Oct 20

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, Lally Mohawk Room
Oct 21

Join us for our monthly Digital Accessibility Tech Talk, hosted by the Office of Disability Resources....

12:30 PM - 1:15 PM | Stockade Building, Room 202
Oct 22

Musicians of Ma’alwyck presents a captivating concert series of exquisite chamber works...

12:00 PM - 1:00 PM | Begley Building, Carl B. Taylor Auditorium
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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.

SEE EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITIES