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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

High-tech area for eSports Team competitions and casual gaming with gaming stations, "shoutcasting" broadcast booth, and student lounge.

4 December 2024

Bingo games, jewelry making, painting, and providing warm hats and gloves to local residents: all part of service learning projects.

24 November 2024

Students are working in the Food Pantry and co-hosting the College podcast through program that promotes paid civic and service opportunities,

14 November 2024

Creating a lip balm that protects again bacteria; spotlighting spiders in Schenectady County; changes in the genome induced by ecological factors; antimicrobial effects of lavender oil on bacteria; and genetic factors that could result in the development of Alzheimer's disease. Just some of this year's research topics.

13 November 2024

Students have all earned impressive GPAs of 3.7 GPA or higher. Outstanding!

7 November 2024
Many Voices, One Call, the SUNY Schenectady podcast. Links to current episodes. .
Dec 16

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, Van Curler Room
Dec 25

The College will be closed from December 25 through January 1. Offices will reopen on Thursday,...

3:00 AM - 3:00 AM
Dec 30

Earn three credits in three weeks online this winter at SUNY Schenectady. At $207 a credit (NY state...

3:00 AM - 3:00 AM
Jan 13

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, Van Curler Room
Jan 15

New Spring Semester students are invited to New Student Orientation. Visit campus to meet faculty,...

12:00 PM - 4:00 PM | Main Campus, Begley Building
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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.

SEE EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITIES