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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

Exhibit in the Rise Gallery takes visitors on a visual journey of creative exploration from music, pets, and travel, to personalities, pattern designs, and more.

31 October 2024

State and private investment enables ASAP to empower students with financial, academic, and personal support to boost graduation rates and close opportunity gaps.

28 October 2024

With a national election less than three weeks away, the podcast focuses on how students experience the current climate. What do they see in politics? How does it matter to their lives? "Many Voices, One Call" Podcast features students from SUNY Schenectady and University at Albany.

21 October 2024

Business Administration major Wesley Rush joins New York State Assemblymembers Patricia Fahy and Angelo Santabarbara during program to extend tuition assistance benefits to all veterans in New York State.

17 October 2024
Join the School of Music for a fall concert. Links to a full list of performances.
Oct 31

The Campus community is invited to celebrate Diwali, the festival of lights. There will be traditional...

11:00 AM - 1:30 PM | Elston Hall, Cafeteria
Oct 31

Movie, snacks, and photobooth included. Buy your tickets in advance in Elston Hall near the Welcome...

3:00 PM - 5:30 PM | Stockade Building, Room 101
Nov 01

Join the School of Music and A Place for Jazz for the Bria Skonberg Quintet. Tickets: $25 per person;...

7:30 PM - 9:00 PM | Main Campus, Carl B. Taylor Auditorium
Nov 02

Workshops and performance opportunities for percussionists, drum set students, and percussion teachers...

9:00 AM - 3:00 PM | School of Music
Nov 06

Give the gift of life. Schedule an appointment by calling 1-800-733-2767 or go to www.redcrossblood.org...

9:30 AM - 2:00 PM | Elston Hall, VanCurler Room
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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.

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