Schenectady County Community College

Schenectady, New York · Public, 2-year

At a glance

Average net price

$8,947

In-state, after aid

6-year graduation rate

32.4%

Admission rate

Not available

Undergrad size

1,507

In-state tuition

$6,190

Out-of-state tuition

$8,974

Cost of attendance

$16,830

Median earnings (10y)

$40,902

Admissions

SAT average
Not available
ACT midpoint
Not available
Retention
Not available
Locale
City

Programs breakdown

16 program areas reported · Academic mix is led by humanities & arts (33%), trades & services (18%), business (16%).

  • STEM11%
  • Health10%
  • Business16%
  • Humanities & arts33%
  • Social sciences12%
  • Trades & services18%

Share of all degrees and certificates awarded in each broad CIP-2 program area (U.S. Department of Education, latest reporting year). Estimated students/yr = share × undergrad size.

Specific majors offered

23 specific majors with reported completions. Earnings shown are median annual earnings 1 year after graduation; debt is median student-loan debt at graduation.

MajorCredentialGradsMedian earningsMedian debt
Liberal Arts and Sciences, General Studies and Humanities.Associate's157$19,434
Business Administration, Management and Operations.Associate's96$23,671
Criminal Justice and Corrections.Associate's56
Culinary Arts and Related Services.Associate's55$28,628
Human Services, General.Associate's36
Music.Undergraduate certificate31
Music.Associate's28
Health and Medical Administrative Services.Undergraduate certificate28
Air Transportation.Associate's24
Legal Support Services.Associate's22
Hospitality Administration/Management.Associate's21
Foods, Nutrition, and Related Services.Associate's20
Human Development, Family Studies, and Related Services.Associate's19
Computer Systems Networking and Telecommunications.Associate's18
Computer Science.Associate's17
Health Services/Allied Health/Health Sciences, General.Undergraduate certificate14
Accounting and Related Services.Associate's12
Information Science/Studies.Associate's10
Mental and Social Health Services and Allied Professions.Undergraduate certificate9
Computer Programming.Associate's8
Mental and Social Health Services and Allied Professions.Associate's8
Food Science and Technology.Associate's7
Culinary Arts and Related Services.Undergraduate certificate7

Source: U.S. Department of Education, College Scorecard Field of Study. Earnings cover graduates who received federal financial aid and are working / not enrolled. Cells marked "—" are not reported or were suppressed for privacy.

About Schenectady County Community College

Schenectady County Community College is a mid-sized institution located in Schenectady, New York, primarily awarding the associate degree. It enrolls roughly 1,507 undergraduate students in a city setting. The most popular fields of study include Liberal arts, Business, Health professions.

Cost & tuition

The average net price at Schenectady County Community College — what a typical student actually pays after grants and scholarships — is $8,947 per year, which is very affordable compared to other U.S. institutions. Sticker tuition runs $6,190 for in-state students and $8,974 for out-of-state students before aid. Total cost of attendance, including housing, books, and living expenses, comes to about $16,830 annually.

Graduation & earnings outcomes

The 6-year graduation rate is 32.4%, a average completion outcome. Ten years after enrolling, the median graduate earns $40,902 per year according to U.S. Department of Education earnings tracking.

Programs & majors

Schenectady County Community College confers degrees and certificates across 16 broad program areas, with the largest concentrations of completions in Liberal arts, Business, Health professions. Grouped into wider academic categories, the mix is led by humanities & arts (33% of credentials), trades & services (18% of credentials), business (16% of credentials), which gives a quick read on the school's overall academic profile. Use the programs breakdown below to see every reported area, an estimated number of students per program per year, and links to compare other U.S. colleges in the same field.

Admissions

Admission rate data is not reported for this institution, which is typical for open-admission community and trade schools.

Location & campus

Set in Schenectady, New York (city), Schenectady County Community College draws students from across New York and beyond. Prospective students often weigh proximity, cost of living, and local industry demand when choosing between schools in this area.

Frequently asked questions about Schenectady County Community College

Q.How much does Schenectady County Community College cost?

The average net price at Schenectady County Community College is $8,947 per year after grants and scholarships, with total cost of attendance around $16,830.

Q.What is the graduation rate at Schenectady County Community College?

Schenectady County Community College has a 6-year graduation rate of 32.4% according to the latest U.S. Department of Education data.

Q.How much do Schenectady County Community College graduates earn?

Ten years after enrolling, the median Schenectady County Community College graduate earns $40,902 per year.

Q.What is tuition at Schenectady County Community College?

Published tuition is $6,190 in-state and $8,974 out-of-state. Most students pay less than the sticker price after financial aid.

Q.Where is Schenectady County Community College located?

Schenectady County Community College is located in Schenectady, New York (ZIP 12305).

Data on this page comes from the U.S. Department of Education's College Scorecard and IPEDS, the federal sources colleges are required to report to. Net price, graduation rate, and earnings figures reflect the latest available federal release. Always verify current tuition and program availability directly with Schenectady County Community College at their official website.