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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

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

What are you looking forward to this semester? Some students share their thoughts.

5 September 2024

Meet the Artists, B.A. DiLella and Eric Treece, during a special reception and Artists Talk. Their work is on display in the SUNY Schenectady Center for the Arts through Oct. 4.

29 August 2024

Dr. Babette Faehmel, Jacqueline Keleher, Anna Fidler, and Michael J. Dzikowski recognized for their outstanding work for students, colleagues, and the College community.

23 August 2024
Enroll now for Fall Session II. Classess start September 16.
Sep 16

Fall Session II classes begin today. You can learn more online about how to become a student or...

3:00 AM - 3:00 AM
Sep 16

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
Sep 18

Players’ Choice is a unique program featuring repertory selected from each of the core musicians’...

12:00 PM - 1:00 PM | Main Campus, Carl B. Taylor Auditorium
Sep 19

MVP invites students, faculty, staff, and the general public to this one-of-a-kind event held at...

3:30 PM - 6:30 PM | MVP Fitness Court
Sep 20

Join the School of Music and A Place for Jazz for Warren Wolf and the Joe Locke Quartet. Tickets:...

7:30 PM - 9:00 PM | Main Campus, 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