Schenectady County Community College

ACCEPTANCE RATE

nan%

FINANCIAL AID RATE

90%

STUDENT TEACHER RATIO

20:1

DEGREE OFFERED ONLINE

2

FINANCIAL AID AWARD AVG.

$5,709

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Average Grants + Scholarship Aid Awarded to Undergraduate Students

Percent of Full-Time Undergraduates Receiving Financial Aid

Percent of Students Paying In-State Tuition vs Out-of-State Tuition

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Schenectady County Community College

Also known as Schenectady Community College

One Meadway, Bronxville, NY

History

Schenectady County Community College was established in 1967 in Schenectady, New York. Initially located on the Van Curler hotel in downtown Schenectady, the school began to expand in 1978, adding more buildings, an auditorium, library and student center and more since. Currently there are plans to provide a student dormitory. The school is constantly reviewing and updating its curriculums and program offerings to reflect the needs of the community and its residents.

Academics
SCCC provides educational programs for transfer, career and personal growth. The school provides quality education with a focus on working closely with students, following their progress and assisting them in their choices. The school offers associate and certificate programs in a large number of fields. Career and technical programs provide students with the skills and experience necessary to perform duties and tasks in entry level positions related to their field of study professionally, and are capable of entering the workforce immediately after graduation. Academic programs prepare students for transfer to a four year institution by providing the freshman and sophomore years of a bachelor's degree at low cost. Individuals may also take non credit courses to pursue personal interests.

Some programs offered:

Admissions and Financial Aid
SCCC is an open enrollment institution, offering enrollment to any resident of Schenectady County that meets the minimum requirement of a high school diploma or equivalent. Financial aid is available to students. Eligibility is determined through the Free Application for Federal Student Aid, which should be completed and submitted. Additional information can be obtained on the SCCC website's financial aid or through the financial aid office.

Athletics
SCCC participates in the NCJAA Region III and the Mountain Valley Conference. Intercollegiate athletic programs allow for a healthy atmosphere of competition between various schools and assist in educating participants in the value of teamwork and discipline, which may prove beneficial in a student's academic and professional career.

Sports programs:

Baseball
Basketball
Bowling
Crew

Admission Requirements & Details

The information regarding admissions below may give you an idea of the applicants Schenectady Community College accepts. The details may include application requirements and recommendations, as well as any AP or college credits that may be transferred.

College Credits Accepted

Dual Credits
Life Experience Credits
AP Course Credits

Estimated Costs & Financial Aid

The average "out of pocket" cost of attendance, after any grants and scholarships are considered, is around $5,400. In order to calculate a more accurate and detailed cost of attendance check out their cost calculator here. The figures listed below are for informational purposes only and do not represent current or future tuition, fees, and expenses.

Tuition & Fees Information

Annual tuition range estimates:
- State Residents: $4,400-$5,300
- Out-of-State: $8,800-$10,540
Part-time students are charged:
- In-State: $180-$220 per unit
- Out-of-State: $370-$440 per unit

Financial Aid Details

The information below lists the financial aid types students are receiving. Also shown are the percent of students receiving aid and the average amount of aid per student per year.

	Percent of Students	Average Amount
Any Financial Aid	90%	-
Receiving Grants & Scholarships	81%	$6,091
Receiving Student Loans	38%	$4,487

Academics & Student Services

Student Services

To help students and recent graduates, Schenectady County Community College may offer services like:

Online classes
Remedial courses
Academic counseling for students
Work study style employment
Employment search assistance
Day care for children

Specialized Programs & Accreditations

Music Program
- * Accredited by the National Association of Schools of Music, Commission on Accreditation (since 1984)

Programs Offered

The program list below is organized by areas of study. The programs that have a link will direct you to the program's profile page where you can learn more about education requirements and career pathways.

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Get more information about the programs offered by Schenectady County Community College by clicking the request information to the right.

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