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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

Tiombé Tatum nominated as fellow in prestigious New York State Community College Leadership Academy, joining community college leaders from across the SUNY system.

28 August 2025

Bravo Dr. Laurie Lacey, Amiee Warfield, and Charles Barber! They were recognized for their outstanding service to SUNY Schenectady, our students, and to the SUNY System.

22 August 2025

Early College High Schoolers on campus taking courses to earn their associate degrees while earning their high school diplomas.

5 August 2025

Josh shares his interest in environmental sustainability and how he plans to further that interest both on the Board of Trustees and in the community.

31 July 2025

"I love interacting with everybody and sharing the knowledge that I have with them. I also love learning new things. I want to go on to earn my master's degree, get more involved in travel and tourism, and I would like to be able to teach at community colleges." Ally Becker

23 July 2025
Many Voices, One Call, the SUNY Schenectady podcast. Links to current episodes. .
Sep 01

The College will be closed for Labor Day.Offices will reopen Tuesday, September 2 at 8:30 a.m

3:00 AM - 3:00 AM
Sep 05

Since he arrived in NY in 1975, David Murray established himself as one of the prominent saxophone...

7:30 PM - 9:30 PM | Begley Building, Carl B. Taylor Auditorium
Sep 10

This class is designed for parents and caregivers, combining strength training with no-­impact...

10:30 AM - 11:30 AM | MVP Fitness Court
Sep 10

Join the School of Music for a Faculty Recital.Free and open to the public.

12:00 PM - 1:00 PM | Begley Building, Carl B. Taylor Auditorium
Sep 12

Peek behind the curtain at how new music comes to life. From the composer's first spark to the performers'...

3:00 PM - 5:00 PM | Begley Building, Carl B. Taylor Auditorium
HCAT students at an on-campus career fair, talking to a recruiter.

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