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SUNY Schenectady Admissions

Welcome to SUNY Schenectady!

We understand that when you're considering a college you’re looking for:

  • A convenient location
  • Affordable tuition 
  • Innovative academic programs
  • Strong student support services

If you’re fresh out of high school or returning to a classroom setting for the first time in several years we are committed to help you reach your career goals!

Enrolled students are eligible for:

  • CDTA Bus Pass*
  • YMCA Membership*
  • Free Campus Parking 

Admissions is available Mon.-Fri., 8:30 a.m.-4:30 p.m. 

Call 518-381-1366 or e-mail admissions@sunysccc.edu.

The Admissions Office is open! We offer both in-person and virtual visits. Students who would like to meet with an Admissions Advisor are encouraged to make an appointment to guarantee someone is available to meet with them. Prospective students who wish to drop off transcripts and complete admissions applications are welcome to walk-in during normal business hours.

* Student must pay Student Activity fee

 

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Virtual Advisor Appointments

Make a Virtual Admissions Advisor Appointment. Get your questions about SUNY Schenectady answered from the comfort of home. The link takes you to a calendar to find available appointments, fill out the registration form and meet with advisors. Students can schedule their appointment up to 1 hour before an appointment slot begins.

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More than 55 degree, program and certificate options.

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Music, lectures, social events...there's always something happening.

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You may qualify for free tuition.

TUITION INFO

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Our grads transfer, and get great jobs.

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Great things are happening here!

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News

 

Families, friends, faculty, staff, and other vision supporters congratulate graduates during ceremony on campus.

18 May 2023

All of our graduates have their own interesting stories! Here we profile some of them and learn what their dreams are for the future.

10 May 2023

Educators from SUNY Schenectady and the Schenectady City School District discuss pathways to higher education with students from Schenectady High School during event organized by Educational Opportunity Program.

4 May 2023

Guests celebrate and share stories from different cultures.

3 May 2023

Niko Nyman, Performing Arts: Music/Music Audio Technology major, and Davie Emmanuel Penid, December 2022 graduate, chosen for SUNY's highest honor.

26 April 2023

Events

 
May 29

The College will be closed in observance of Memorial Day.

8:30 AM - 4:30 PM |
May 31

Explore healthcare career opportunities in the Capital District. Open to the public.

3:00 PM - 5:00 PM | Center City, Floor 2R, 433A State St., Schenectady
Jun 19

The College will be closed in observance of Juneteenth.

8:30 AM - 4:30 PM |
Jun 21

Prospective Aviation Science A.S. Pilot Option students are invited to learn more about the program.

4:00 PM - 6:00 PM | Empire State Aerosciences Museum, 250 Rudy Chase Drive, Glenville, NY 12302
Jun 26

Monthly meeting of the Board of Trustees. Open to the public.

5:30 PM - 7:00 PM | Elston Hall, Van Curler Room