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Schenectady County Community College

Schenectady, NY·Public·sunysccc.edu/

Campus Identity

Very Safe

Schenectady County Community College is a public community college in Schenectady, NY. Ski resorts are within 34 miles of campus. CollegeCove's campus safety score is 100/100 (Very Safe), based on U.S. Department of Education Clery Act data.

At a Glance

Schenectady County Community College is a public community college in Schenectady, NY. Ski resorts are within 34 miles of campus. CollegeCove's campus safety score is 100/100 (Very Safe), based on U.S. Department of Education Clery Act data.

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Acceptance Rate
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ACT Score (50th %ile)
$4,608
In-State Tuition
+$916 fees
$9,216
Out-of-State Tuition
+$1,216 fees
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Room & Board
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Total Enrollment
Undergraduate students
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Yield Rate
Admitted students who enrolled
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Athletics

Campus Lifestyle

School Size & Setting

1,000–4,999

Urban setting

Beach Access

120 miles

Bridgeport, CT

Ski Access

2 miles

Maple Ski Ridge

Weather

Cold Climate

42°F avg school-year

Nearby Ski Resorts

2 mi away
25 skiable acres3 lifts
Willard Mountain

New York

30 mi away
50 skiable acres5 lifts
West Mountain

New York

34 mi away
124 skiable acres5 lifts

Nearest Beach

Bridgeport, CT

Ocean access within 119.6 miles

120 mi away

Average Monthly Temperature

1991–2020 Climate Normals · Schenectady, NY

24°Jan27°Feb36°Mar48°Apr60°May68°Jun73°Jul71°Aug64°Sep51°Oct41°Nov30°Dec

Station: ALBANY INTERNATIONAL Airport · Source: NOAA NCEI

On Campus Safety Score

2021–2023 U.S. Dept. of Education Campus Safety and Security data normalized per 1,000 students

100/100
Very Safe
PersonalSafetyPropertySafetyParty SceneSafety100100100
100/100
Personal
assault, rape, stalking, dating and domestic violence
100/100
Property
burglary, vehicle theft, arson
100/100
Party Scene
drug, alcohol & weapons enforcement

On Campus Safety data from the U.S. Dept. of Education Clery Act Database, normalized per 1,000 enrolled students. Higher scores indicate a safer environment. Review detailed data on the U.S. Dept. of Education Campus Safety and Security website.

Cost Breakdown

Annual costs for the 2023–24 academic year. Source: IPEDS/NCES 2024.

Tuition
$4,608$9,216
Fees
$916$1,216
Total
$5,524$10,432
In-StateOut-of-State

These are sticker prices. Your actual cost may be much lower with financial aid.

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Fields of Study

51 programs offered

Most Popular Programs

Liberal Arts and Sciences, General Studies and HumanitiesAssociate's
83 grads/yr$39,187
Business Administration, Management and OperationsAssociate's
46 grads/yr$46,662
Culinary Arts and Related ServicesAssociate's
29 grads/yr$48,073
Criminal Justice and CorrectionsAssociate's
28 grads/yr$55,533
MusicAssociate's
16 grads/yr

Bar width proportional to graduates per year. Earnings = median 4 years after graduation.

Criminal Justice and Corrections
Associate's28 grads$55,533
Culinary Arts and Related Services
Associate's29 grads$48,073
Business Administration, Management and Operations
Associate's46 grads$46,662
Liberal Arts and Sciences, General Studies and Humanities
Associate's83 grads$39,187
Music
Associate's16 grads
Health and Medical Administrative Services
Certificate15 grads
Human Services, General
Associate's13 grads
Air Transportation
Associate's13 grads
Legal Support Services
Associate's11 grads
Computer Science
Associate's10 grads

Source: U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard. Earnings reflect graduates working and not enrolled full-time. Data suppressed (shown as —) for programs with fewer than 30 graduates. Most recent available year.

Frequently Asked Questions

Where is Schenectady County Community College located?

Schenectady County Community College is located in Schenectady, NY. The main campus address is 78 Washington Avenue, Schenectady, NY. It is a public institution offering 2-year associate degree programs.

How much does it cost to attend Schenectady County Community College?

For the 2023–24 academic year, Schenectady County Community College charges $4,608/year for in-state students and $9,216/year for out-of-state students. Including room and board, the total estimated cost for out-of-state students is approximately $10,432/year. Financial aid, scholarships, and grants can significantly reduce this cost — use Schenectady County Community College's net price calculator for a personalized estimate.

Is Schenectady County Community College the right fit for me?

Whether Schenectady County Community College is right for you depends on your academic goals, budget, lifestyle preferences, and career aspirations. Key factors to consider: admissions requirements, cost ($9,216/year out-of-state), campus culture in Schenectady, and available programs. Use CollegeCove's compare tool to weigh Schenectady County Community College against similar schools side-by-side.

Data sourced from IPEDS/NCES 2024. Always verify with Schenectady County Community College directly for the most current information.

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Quick Facts

Type
Public
Location
Schenectady, NY
Size
1,000–4,999
Degrees Offered
Associate's, Certificates
School Year Weather
Cold · 42°F avg
On Campus Safety Score
100/100
Nearest Airport
Schenectady, NY (SCH) · 3 mialso ALB (9 mi), GFL (40 mi)

Location

Schenectady, NY

Data Sources: Admissions, cost, and enrollment data sourced from the Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System (IPEDS) (NCES, 2024 survey year). Fields of Study data sourced from the U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard. On Campus Safety Score computed from Clery Act data (U.S. Dept. of Education, 3-year average normalized per 1,000 students). Data may not reflect most recent changes. Always verify with the institution directly.