Overview
Enrollment
| Location | Schenectady, New York |
| Online | union.edu |
| School Type | Private 4 Year |
| Setting | Small City |
| Size | Small |
| Status | Non-profit |
| On Campus Housing | Yes |
| Level of Study | Undergrad |
Union College, located in Schenectady, New York, approximately 20 miles northwest of Albany, is a private liberal arts institution established in 1795 as the first college chartered by the New York State Board of Regents. The 120-acre campus features a blend of historic and modern facilities, including the distinctive Nott Memorial, a 16-sided Victorian Gothic structure that serves as the college's architectural centerpiece. As one of the earliest adopters of engineering education in a liberal arts setting, Union College maintains strong programs in engineering, science, and social sciences while operating on a trimester academic calendar. The college provides residential housing for most of its undergraduate population across eight residence halls and several themed houses, with first-year students required to live on campus. Union competes in NCAA Division III athletics as the Dutchmen and Dutchwomen, maintaining traditional rivalries within the Liberty League conference.
Ratings
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Academics
Resources
Outcomes
Value
Union College is rated within the top 18% of four-year colleges nationally and earns a CollegeSimply grade of 9 out of 10. Learn how ratings are calculated
Rankings
Rankings for Union College within the 2024 CollegeSimply Best Colleges Lists.
#76 in Best Colleges in the U.S.
#70 in Best Private Colleges in the U.S.
#11 in Best Colleges in New York
#11 in Best Private Colleges in New York
#245 in Best Value Colleges in the U.S.
#33 in Best Value Colleges in New York
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Getting In
Admission Standards
| SAT | 1310/1490 |
| ACT | 29/33 |
| GPA | 3.5 |
Applications Accepted
| Applications Due | Jan 15, 2025 |
| Applicant Competition | Average |
| Application Fee | $60 |
Annual Cost to Attend
Tuition
| Fee | Cost |
|---|---|
| Books and Supplies | $1,500 |
| Other Fees | $351 |
| Room and Board | $15,768 |
| Budget for Other Expenses | $498 |
| Total One Year Cost | $81,720 |
Outcomes
Average Salary After 10 Years
Bachelor's Degree Graduation Rate
Popular Areas of Study
| Subject | Percent of Class |
|---|---|
| Social Sciences | 25% |
| Biology | 14% |
| Engineering | 12% |
| Psychology | 9% |
| Physical Sciences | 8% |
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Primary data source, U.S. Department of Education https://nces.ed.gov/collegenavigator/?id=196866 IPEDS survey data for Union College.
Current students may use the Union College GPA calculator to determine their current college GPA.
Last updated February 24, 2024