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Schenectady County Community College

Β· Public University

Admissions open
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Public University
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Schenectady County Community College: the applicant's brief

6 findings
  1. The short answer

    Schenectady County Community College is a public community college in Schenectady, New York, and part of the State University of New York system. It suits students who want a community-college option in the United States and are checking whether its programme offer fits their plans.

  2. What you can study

    The college is a community college, but no subject areas or programme list is provided here. Before applying, check the official website for the current catalogue and whether it matches the qualification you want to study.

  3. Getting in

    International applicants should use the college’s official website to confirm entry requirements, document checks, English-language expectations, deadlines, and any visa-related steps. The application process details for international students are not specified here, so confirm them directly with the admissions office.

  4. What it costs

    The college does not publish a tuition fee range here, so confirm the current cost with its admissions office. As with any U.S. college, plan for living costs in addition to tuition and other study expenses.

  5. Coming from abroad

    The language of instruction is not stated here, so confirm that on the official website before applying. If you are moving from abroad, also check visa support, document requirements, housing arrangements, and whether your intended programme is open to international students.

  6. How it compares

    With 2,515 universities in the United States, this college sits within a very large national higher-education market. Its main distinction is that it is a public community college rather than a university, so it is likely to suit applicants looking for that type of institution rather than a large research university path.

Written from this university's catalogue entry and its cited encyclopedia summary. Figures are only shown where the institution or a cited source publishes them β€” always confirm fees and entry requirements with the university itself before applying.

Questions about Schenectady County Community College

What type of institution is Schenectady County Community College?

It is a public community college.

Where is Schenectady County Community College located?

It is in Schenectady, New York, in the United States.

Is Schenectady County Community College part of a larger system?

Yes. It is part of the State University of New York (SUNY) system.

When was Schenectady County Community College established?

It was established in 1967.

Overview

SUNY Schenectady is a public community college in Schenectady, New York. It is part of the State University of New York (SUNY) system. It was established in 1967 in the Van Curler Hotel in Downtown Schenectady and has undergone multiple expansions through the following decades.

Programs at Schenectady County Community College

28 programs across 2 study levels.

Diploma

Diploma Professional Accounting & Finance

Accounting

Schenectady County Community College

⏱ 2 years πŸŽ“ Full Time
Diploma Hospitality & Tourism

Craft Beer Brewing

Schenectady County Community College

⏱ 2 years πŸŽ“ Full Time
Diploma Hospitality & Tourism

Craft Spirit Distillation

Schenectady County Community College

⏱ 2 years πŸŽ“ Full Time
Diploma Hospitality & Tourism

Culinary Arts

Schenectady County Community College

⏱ 2 years πŸŽ“ Full Time
Diploma Education

Early Childhood

Schenectady County Community College

⏱ 2 years πŸŽ“ Full Time
Diploma Music & Performing Arts

Music Audio Technology

Schenectady County Community College

⏱ 2 years πŸŽ“ Full Time
Diploma Law

Paralegal

Schenectady County Community College

⏱ 2 years πŸŽ“ Full Time

Bachelor's Degree

Bachelor's Degree Maritime & Aviation

Aviation Science - Pilot

Schenectady County Community College

⏱ 2 years πŸŽ“ Full Time
Bachelor's Degree Life Sciences

Biotechnology

Schenectady County Community College

⏱ 2 years πŸŽ“ Full Time
Bachelor's Degree Business & Management

Business Administration

Schenectady County Community College

⏱ 2 years πŸŽ“ Full Time
Bachelor's Degree Computer Science & IT

Computer Science

Schenectady County Community College

⏱ 2 years πŸŽ“ Full Time
Bachelor's Degree Law

Criminal Justice

Schenectady County Community College

⏱ 2 years πŸŽ“ Full Time
Bachelor's Degree Social Sciences & Psychology

Human Services

Schenectady County Community College

⏱ 2 years πŸŽ“ Full Time
Bachelor's Degree Science

Mathematics and Science

Schenectady County Community College

⏱ 2 years πŸŽ“ Full Time
Bachelor's Degree Medicine & Health Sciences

Nutrition

Schenectady County Community College

⏱ 2 years πŸŽ“ Full Time
Bachelor's Degree Music & Performing Arts

Performing Arts: Music

Schenectady County Community College

⏱ 2 years πŸŽ“ Full Time
Bachelor's Degree Computer Science & IT

Programming for Game Design

Schenectady County Community College

⏱ 2 years πŸŽ“ Full Time
Bachelor's Degree Science

Science

Schenectady County Community College

⏱ 2 years πŸŽ“ Full Time

Tuition fees & costs

Indicative annual tuition

On request

Indicative living cost

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Fees vary by programme and are indicative. Confirm exact fees with the university before applying.

Admission requirements

How to apply

  1. 1Check the entry requirements and intake dates for your chosen programme on the official university website.
  2. 2Confirm you meet the academic requirements (high-school certificate, bachelor’s degree or equivalent) for the programme.
  3. 3Apply directly through the university admission portal, or via its official application platform.
  4. 4Submit your transcripts and English-proficiency scores (IELTS / TOEFL / Duolingo English Test) and pay the application fee.
  5. 5On receiving your offer letter, accept it and begin your student-visa process for United States.

Scholarships at Schenectady County Community College

Full

Presidential Scholarship

Coastal Alabama Community College

Covers tuition and fees. Awarded fall/spring/summer.

Open Rolling
Partial

Dean's Scholarship

Coastal Alabama Community College

Awarded $1500 per semester for fall/spring.

Open Rolling
Full

Ambassador Scholarship

Coastal Alabama Community College

Covers tuition and fees for fall/spring/summer. Participation as an Ambassador is required.

Open Rolling
Full

Art Scholarship

Coastal Alabama Community College

Covers tuition and fees for summer/fall/spring. Portfolio of work is required.

Open Due 01 Mar 2026
Full

Music Scholarship

Coastal Alabama Community College

Covers tuition and fees for summer/fall/spring. Audition required.

Open Due 01 Mar 2026
Partial

Technical Scholarships

Coastal Alabama Community College

Up to $1,500 fall/spring/summer semesters for eligible programs.

Open Rolling
Partial

The PACK Award

Coastal Alabama Community College

One-time, non-renewable award, amount varies.

Open Rolling

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Last updated 29 Aug 2026. Information is provided for guidance β€” verify with official sources before applying.

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