All Programs of Study
SUNY Schenectady offers the following Transfer, Career, and Certificate programs:
Transfer Degree Programs
A transfer degree program enables you to complete the first two years of study for a bachelor's degree program, then transfer to a four-year college or university. SUNY Schenectady awards the Associate in Arts (A.A.) degree, and the Associate in Science (A.S.) degree. To learn more about each program, please click on the program name. The College’s transfer programs include:
| Program | Degree |
|---|---|
| Aviation Science - Pilot | A.S. |
| Aviation Science - Non-Pilot Administration and Management | A.S. |
| Biotechnology | A.S. |
| Business Administration | A.S. |
| Computer Science | A.S. |
| Criminal Justice | A.S. |
| Human Services | A.S. |
| Liberal Arts: Humanities and Social Sciences | A.A. |
| Art Concentration | A.A. |
| Communication Concentration | A.A. |
| English Concentration | A.A. |
| History Concentration | A.A. |
| Psychology Concentration | A.A. |
| Mathematics and Science | A.S. |
| Nutrition | A.S. |
| Performing Arts: Music | A.S. |
| Programming for Game Design | A.S. |
| Science | A.S. |
| Biology Concentration | A.S. |
| Teacher Education Transfer | A.S. |
Career Programs
The Associate in Applied Science (A.A.S.) degree and the Associate in Occupational Studies (A.O.S.) degree are career-oriented, preparing students for employment immediately after graduation. To learn more about each program, please click on the program name. SUNY Schenectady career programs include:
| Program |
Degree |
|---|---|
| Accounting | A.A.S. |
| Air Traffic Control | A.A.S. |
| Biological Technician | A.A.S. |
| Business Administration | A.A.S. |
| Chemical Dependency Counseling | A.A.S. |
| Computer Information Systems | A.A.S. |
| Computer Networking Systems & Cyber Security | A.A.S. |
| Craft Beer Brewing | A.A.S. |
| Craft Spirit Distillation | A.A.S. |
| Criminal Justice | A.A.S. |
| Culinary Arts | A.O.S. |
| Baking Concentration | |
| Early Childhood | A.A.S. |
| Hospitality and Tourism Management | A.A.S. |
| Hotel and Restaurant Management | A.A.S. |
| Beverage Management Concentration | A.A.S. |
| Human Services | A.A.S. |
| Music Audio Technology | A.A.S. |
| Paralegal | A.A.S. |
Certificate Programs
These short-term skills programs are designed to prepare you for immediate entry into an occupation, or to upgrade your skills. To learn more about each program, please click on the program name. SUNY Schenectady certificate programs include:
| Program | Degree |
|---|---|
| Assistant Chef | Certificate |
| Bank Financial Security and Money Laundering Prevention | Certificate |
| Chemical Dependency Counseling | Certificate |
| Community Health Worker | Certificate |
| Computer Repair and Networking | Certificate |
| Craft Beer Brewing | Certificate |
| Craft Spirit Distillation | Certificate |
| Digital Music and Beat Production | Certificate |
| Direct Support Professional | Certificate |
| Early Childhood | Certificate |
| Entrepreneurship | Certificate |
| Health Studies | Certificate |
| Hospitality and Tourism | Certificate |
| Medical Coding and Billing | Certificate |
| Mobile Food Service | Certificate |
| Music | Certificate |
| Teaching Assistant | Certificate |
Microcredentials
Microcredentials are short, focused credentials designed to provide in-demand skills,
know-how and experience. Stackable microcredentials can also provide a pathway to
a certificate or to an initial or advanced degree.*
*Source: SUNY Microcredentials.
| Program | Degree | Stackable |
|---|---|---|
| Behavioral Health | Microcredential | Yes |
| Business Start Up and Grow | Microcredential | Yes |
| Culinary Cannabis | Microcredential | Yes |
| Child Development | Microcredential | Yes |
| Direct Support Professional I & II |
Microcredential | Yes |
| Fundamentals of Baking and Confections | Microcredential | Yes |
| Global Business and Transportation | Microcredential | Yes |
Specialty Programs
Joint Program with Belanger School of Nursing
Students interested in transfer to Belanger School of Nursing can take their non-nursing courses scheduled around the nursing curriculum at SUNY Schenectady County Community College. Courses chosen must be comparable in content and credit to the required college courses in the curriculum. Persons interested in enrolling in the School of Nursing may complete any of the college courses before enrollment and receive advanced curriculum credit if the criteria for advanced credit are met. All course requirements for the first year must have satisfactory completion before progression to the second year.
SUNY Delhi
Through a unique partnership with SUNY Schenectady, SUNY Delhi has developed inter-institutional programs designed to attract students interested in pursuing a baccalaureate degree in the Capital District, especially students who have jobs, family, and other commitments that prevent them from enrolling in these programs on the campus in Delhi. The programs are designed to enable students to be matriculated directly through SUNY Delhi with courses taught by faculty from the main campus as well as by joint faculty members from both institutions. Additionally, alumni from corresponding SUNY Schenectady associate degree programs are afforded the opportunity to begin the program with full junior status. Learn more about the partnership.
Programs offered:
- Bachelor of Science in Criminal Justice
- BBA in Hospitality Management with a concentration in Hotel & Restaurant Management
- Additional Online SUNY Delhi programs
- BBA in Culinary Arts Management
- BBA in Event Management
- BBA in Hotel & Restaurant Management
- BBA in Business & Technology Management