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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

Lt. Gov. Delgado returns to the Electric City to speak to the Class of 2024.

17 April 2024

Main inventor/co-inventor on 25 U.S. patents discusses the negatives and positives of plastics ahead of keynote remarks during STEM Day 2024.

10 April 2024

Congratulations to Melody Roper, Culinary Arts major, and Parmesh Thakoordial '23, Science alumnus.

4 April 2024

Congratulations to Maureen Mbanga, Business Administration major, and Ayden Budhoo, Computer Science major.

4 April 2024

Special evening that spotlights students has expanded opportunities for students for over three decades.

4 April 2024
Many Voices, One Call. The SUNY Schenectady podcast.
Apr 25

Finish the semester strong! Come to LNAP for late night tutoring and support, therapy animals, student...

5:00 PM - 11:00 PM | Begley Building, Begley Learning Commons
Apr 25

Join the School of Music for the student Piano and Percussion Recital I. Free and open to the public...

7:30 PM - 8:30 PM | Main Campus, Carl B. Taylor Auditorium
Apr 26

Join the School of Music for the student Vocal Chamber Ensemble concert. Free and open to the public...

7:30 PM - 8:30 PM | First Reformed Church of Scotia, 224 N. Ballston Ave., Scotia, NY 12302
Apr 29

Join the School of Music for the student Piano and Percussion Recital II. Free and open to the publi...

12:00 PM - 1:00 PM | Main Campus, Carl B. Taylor Auditorium
Apr 29

Join the School of Music for the student Chorus Concert. Free and open to the public.

7:30 PM - 8:30 PM | First Reformed Church of Schenectady, 8 North Church Street, Schenectady, NY 12305
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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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