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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.-Thurs., 8:30 a.m.-4:30 p.m. and Fridays, 8:30 a.m.-1:00 p.m.

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

The Admissions Office offers 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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News

 

President of National Baseball Hall of Fame and Museum joins historians and College officials to recognize Schenectady professional baseball team and commemorate a special game in 1913.

25 July 2024

Aspiring pilots are “in the air” on a variety of aircraft and ATC students are online with them, controlling the airspace as if they were in the tower.

23 July 2024

Program for emerging leaders strengthens their critical skills and knowledge to build their campus’s capacity and improve student outcomes.

8 July 2024

More than 360 9th-12th-graders taking courses for college credit.

8 July 2024

College celebrates graduates during 54th Commencement!

16 May 2024

Events

 
Jul 30

The SUNY Schenectady Food Truck will be open for lunch on campus on Tuesdays this summer. Cash or...

11:00 AM - 2:00 PM | Main Campus, Entrance near Casola Dining Room
Aug 05

Stop by and support the SUNY Schenectady Food Truck at Music Haven. Music Haven is a free outdoor...

6:00 PM - 8:00 PM | Music Haven, Central Park, 500 Iroquois Path, Schenectady, NY 12309
Aug 05

Music Haven is a free outdoor concert series open to the community. Guest artist: As an acclaimed...

7:00 PM - 9:00 PM | Music Haven, Central Park, 500 Iroquois Path, Schenectady, NY 12309
Aug 06

The SUNY Schenectady Food Truck will be open for lunch on campus on Tuesdays this summer. Cash or...

11:00 AM - 2:00 PM | Main Campus, Entrance near Casola Dining Room
Aug 19

Save the date for New Student Orientation! New students in programs in the Division of Math, Science,...

12:00 PM - 4:00 PM | Main Campus, The Quad