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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

Students share what they're looking forward to this semester, including a mother and son who are both majoring in Music this fall.

5 September 2025

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
Many Voices, One Call, the SUNY Schenectady podcast. Links to current episodes. .
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
Sep 15

Monthly meeting of the Board of Trustees. Open to the public. Learn more about the Board of...

5:30 PM - 7:00 PM | Elston Hall, Lally Mohawk Room
Sep 16

Join us for our monthly Digital Accessibility Tech Talk, hosted by the Office of Disability Resources....

12:30 PM - 1:15 PM | Stockade Building, Room 102
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

Exterior of Workforce Development's Mobile Training Lab.

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