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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

Setting up press conferences, editing podcasts, meeting people from all over the world, and working in renowned resort restaurants are just some of the hands-on experiences that Communications majors and Culinary Arts majors are having this semester!

23 March 2026

Congratulations to Yarisa Cueva who has been recognized for her academic accomplishments and perseverance.

11 March 2026

When you graduate with your A.A.S in Air Traffic Control and complete the ATSA exam, you will bypass the FAA Academy and go directly to an FAA facility after you are hired.

19 February 2026

Team is off to a strong start in SUNY eSports League and National ECAC League play.

5 February 2026

Students in all majors are eligible and transfer students who are accepted with a GPA over 2.7 are guaranteed a scholarship of at least $30,500!

4 February 2026
Many Voices, One Call, the SUNY Schenectady podcast. Links to current episodes. .
Apr 01

The School of Music invites all to attend this free concert with the Queens College Aaron Copland...

12:00 PM - 2:00 PM | Begley Building, Carl B. Taylor Auditorium
Apr 01

In her book Generative AI and the Future of the Humanities, Dana Gavin has outlined her thoughts...

12:00 PM - 1:00 PM | Stockade Building, Room 101
Apr 02

Students are invited to a meet and greet with a transfer advisor from SUNY Oneonta to have a snack...

10:00 AM - 1:00 PM | Elston Hall, Welcome Center
Apr 02

English Language Learners are invited to this workshop on Word and Sentence Construction (Grammar)....

12:00 PM - 1:00 PM | Begley Learning Commons, Room 121
Apr 03

Prospective students interested in enrolling in the School of Music are invited to campus for an...

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