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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

Exhibit in the Rise Gallery takes visitors on a visual journey of creative exploration from music, pets, and travel, to personalities, pattern designs, and more.

31 October 2024

State and private investment enables ASAP to empower students with financial, academic, and personal support to boost graduation rates and close opportunity gaps.

28 October 2024

With a national election less than three weeks away, the podcast focuses on how students experience the current climate. What do they see in politics? How does it matter to their lives? "Many Voices, One Call" Podcast features students from SUNY Schenectady and University at Albany.

21 October 2024

Business Administration major Wesley Rush joins New York State Assemblymembers Patricia Fahy and Angelo Santabarbara during program to extend tuition assistance benefits to all veterans in New York State.

17 October 2024
Join the School of Music for a fall concert. Links to a full list of performances.
Nov 04

Get ready to celebrate First Gen Week, November 4-8!First Gen Photo GalleryAll week in TRIO, Elston...

3:00 AM - 3:00 AM
Nov 07

Wear purple to support Epilepsy awareness, and stop by Elston Hall to purchase a cupcake in support...

9:00 AM - 3:00 PM | Elston Hall, Commons
Nov 08

Students will present their STEM research, and local businesses and colleges will be available to...

9:00 AM - 1:00 PM | Elston Hall, Van Curler Room
Nov 12

Join the Division of Math, Science, Technology and Health for a free informational night to ask...

5:30 PM - 6:30 PM | Main Campus, Begley Learning Commons
Nov 15

Prospective students interested in entering the School of Music in Spring of 2025 are invited to...

3:00 AM - 3:00 AM | School of Music
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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