At a glance
Average net price
$32,297
In-state, after aid
6-year graduation rate
82.6%
Admission rate
21%
Undergrad size
2,694
In-state tuition
$67,290
Out-of-state tuition
$67,290
Cost of attendance
$85,270
Median earnings (10y)
$69,363
Admissions
- SAT average
- 1,405
- ACT midpoint
- 31
- Retention
- 89.6%
- Locale
- Suburb
Programs breakdown
17 program areas reported · Academic mix is led by social sciences (34%), stem (25%), humanities & arts (25%).
- STEM25%
- Business15%
- Humanities & arts25%
- Social sciences34%
- Social sciences15.3%~412 students/yr · Social sciencesCompare schools
- Business15.3%~412 students/yr · BusinessCompare schools
- Psychology13.0%~349 students/yr · Social sciencesCompare schools
- Biological sciences10.0%~269 students/yr · STEMCompare schools
- ~269 students/yr · Humanities & artsCompare schools
- English7.8%~210 students/yr · Humanities & artsCompare schools
- ~160 students/yr · STEMCompare schools
- ~109 students/yr · STEMCompare schools
- Computer science3.6%~97 students/yr · STEMCompare schools
- ~72 students/yr · Social sciencesCompare schools
- ~63 students/yr · Humanities & artsCompare schools
- History2.3%~63 students/yr · Humanities & artsCompare schools
- ~55 students/yr · Humanities & artsCompare schools
- Mathematics1.7%~46 students/yr · STEMCompare schools
- ~46 students/yr · Social sciencesCompare schools
- Education1.6%~42 students/yr · Social sciencesCompare schools
- Liberal arts0.6%~17 students/yr · Humanities & artsCompare schools
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
32 specific majors with reported completions. Earnings shown are median annual earnings 1 year after graduation; debt is median student-loan debt at graduation.
| Major | Credential | Grads | Median earnings | Median debt |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Business/Commerce, General. | Bachelor's | 192 | $50,235 | $20,814 |
| Psychology, General. | Bachelor's | 176 | $34,416 | $18,322 |
| Fine and Studio Arts. | Bachelor's | 86 | $33,302 | $18,500 |
| Political Science and Government. | Bachelor's | 73 | $35,722 | $23,025 |
| English Language and Literature, General. | Bachelor's | 69 | $18,677 | $20,000 |
| Natural Resources Conservation and Research. | Bachelor's | 62 | $29,585 | $26,751 |
| Economics. | Bachelor's | 62 | $49,572 | — |
| Physiology, Pathology and Related Sciences. | Bachelor's | 52 | $27,085 | $13,250 |
| Biology, General. | Bachelor's | 51 | $24,359 | $14,600 |
| Sociology. | Bachelor's | 51 | $29,110 | $9,200 |
| Neurobiology and Neurosciences. | Bachelor's | 48 | — | — |
| Computer and Information Sciences, General. | Bachelor's | 44 | $46,489 | — |
| Chemistry. | Bachelor's | 42 | $37,996 | — |
| History. | Bachelor's | 40 | — | — |
| Romance Languages, Literatures, and Linguistics. | Bachelor's | 34 | $36,266 | — |
| Drama/Theatre Arts and Stagecraft. | Bachelor's | 34 | — | — |
| Social Work. | Bachelor's | 33 | — | — |
| Anthropology. | Bachelor's | 32 | — | — |
| Teacher Education and Professional Development, Specific Levels and Methods. | Bachelor's | 28 | — | — |
| Area Studies. | Bachelor's | 26 | — | — |
| International Relations and National Security Studies. | Bachelor's | 26 | — | — |
| Music. | Bachelor's | 25 | — | — |
| Dance. | Bachelor's | 23 | — | — |
| Mathematics. | Bachelor's | 22 | — | — |
| Philosophy. | Bachelor's | 21 | — | — |
| Liberal Arts and Sciences, General Studies and Humanities. | Bachelor's | 13 | — | — |
| Physics. | Bachelor's | 13 | — | — |
| Geological and Earth Sciences/Geosciences. | Bachelor's | 9 | — | — |
| Ethnic, Cultural Minority, Gender, and Group Studies. | Bachelor's | 7 | — | — |
| Classics and Classical Languages, Literatures, and Linguistics. | Bachelor's | 7 | — | — |
| Religion/Religious Studies. | Bachelor's | 6 | — | — |
| Business, Management, Marketing, and Related Support Services, Other. | Bachelor's | 5 | — | — |
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 Skidmore College
Skidmore College is a mid-sized institution located in Saratoga Springs, New York, primarily awarding the bachelor's degree. It enrolls roughly 2,694 undergraduate students in a suburb setting. The most popular fields of study include Social sciences, Business, Psychology.
Cost & tuition
The average net price at Skidmore College — what a typical student actually pays after grants and scholarships — is $32,297 per year, which is above the national average compared to other U.S. institutions. Published tuition is $67,290 per year before aid. Total cost of attendance, including housing, books, and living expenses, comes to about $85,270 annually.
Graduation & earnings outcomes
The 6-year graduation rate is 82.6%, a strong completion outcome. 89.6% of first-time students return for a second year, a useful proxy for student satisfaction and academic fit. Ten years after enrolling, the median graduate earns $69,363 per year according to U.S. Department of Education earnings tracking.
Programs & majors
Skidmore College confers degrees and certificates across 17 broad program areas, with the largest concentrations of completions in Social sciences, Business, Psychology. Grouped into wider academic categories, the mix is led by social sciences (34% of credentials), stem (25% of credentials), humanities & arts (25% 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
Skidmore College accepts 21% of applicants, making it selective. Admitted students have an average SAT score around 1,405. The ACT midpoint for admitted students is roughly 31.
Location & campus
Set in Saratoga Springs, New York (suburb), Skidmore 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 Skidmore College
Q.How much does Skidmore College cost?
The average net price at Skidmore College is $32,297 per year after grants and scholarships, with total cost of attendance around $85,270.
Q.What is the graduation rate at Skidmore College?
Skidmore College has a 6-year graduation rate of 82.6% according to the latest U.S. Department of Education data.
Q.How hard is it to get into Skidmore College?
Skidmore College admits 21% of applicants, which is considered selective.
Q.How much do Skidmore College graduates earn?
Ten years after enrolling, the median Skidmore College graduate earns $69,363 per year.
Q.What is tuition at Skidmore College?
Published tuition is $67,290 in-state. Most students pay less than the sticker price after financial aid.
Q.Where is Skidmore College located?
Skidmore College is located in Saratoga Springs, New York (ZIP 12866).
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 Skidmore College at their official website.