SUNY Schenectady County Community College

Schenectady County Community College is not competitive to get into. Around 69% of applicants get into Schenectady County Community College each year. Out of 5,769 applications received in 2023, 3,985 students were offered admission.

Consult with Schenectady County Community College's admissions department to confirm any application fees and information.

Schenectady County Community College Admissions Stats at a Glance

Here's an overiew of some of Schenectady County Community College's admissions stats.

Schenectady County Community College Application Deadlines

These are the application deadlines for Schenectady County Community College.

Considering Applying Early to Schenectady County Community College?

Schenectady County Community College does not offer early decision or early action.

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Transferring to Schenectady County Community College

Transfer student admissions is not competitive.

For Students Waitlisted to Schenectady County Community College

Schenectady County Community College has not reported data for waitlisted and admitted students.

What Does Schenectady County Community College Look For in an Applicant?

Colleges consider a range of factors when choosing who to admit for their next incoming class. Each college determines which factors are given the most weight in the admissions process. When creating your list of schools to apply to, you may want to consider your strengths and any possible weaknesses in your application, and apply to colleges that prioritize the areas where you shine. What does Schenectady County Community College consider during the admissions process? Take a look at the list below to see which factors are most important during the admissions process.

Make sure to check with Schenectady County Community College for more information on admission factors.

Schenectady County Community College Application Requirements

Double check with Schenectady County Community College's admissions department to confirm all application materials and requirements.

GPA and Testing

What GPA Do I Need To Get Into Schenectady County Community College?

Schenectady County Community College has not provided an information about GPAs of accepted students. Any questions regarding applicant expectations should be addressed directly with the school. At Schenectady County Community College 6% of students ranked in the top 10% of their graduating class in high school, 56% were in the top 25% and 72% were in the top 50%.

GPAs of Admitted Students

At Schenectady County Community College, student GPAs fall in the following ranges.

This chart depicts the percentage of all enrolled, degree-seeking, first-time, first year (freshmen) students who had high school grade point average within the given ranges.

Note: Some schools choose not release this information. If you have any questions regarding missing numbers, be sure to reach out to Schenectady County Community College directly.

About GPAs

Your high school grade point average (GPA) is a number that highlights your high school academic performance. A weighted GPA or an unweighted GPA are the two possible GPA scores considered by colleges.

An unweighted GPA is an average of your scores from each class on a four-point scale. Unweighted GPAs range from 4.0 to under 1.0. A weighted GPA considers your average grade and the difficulty of your classes. A weighted GPA boosts your average by adding extra points for honors or Advanced Placement courses.

Standardized Test Scores

Schenectady County Community College does not have a test optional admissions policy. Test optional schools allow students to choose if they want to submit ACT or SAT scores with their applications or not.

More Information on Transferring to Schenectady County Community College

For transfer students, it is not competitive to get admitted to Schenectady County Community College. Transfer applications are processed on a on a rolling basis as they are received.

Transfer students can enroll in Schenectady County Community College during the following terms:

• Fall Term

• Spring Term

• Summer Term

Schenectady County Community College Admissions FAQs

Can I defer my acceptance to Schenectady County Community College?

✅ Yes, admitted students can defer their admission to Schenectady County Community College.

Does Schenectady County Community College accept transfer credits?

✅ Schenectady County Community College accepts eligible transfer credits from accredited institutions.

Do I have to submit test scores to Schenectady County Community College?

✅ Schenectady County Community College is not test optional.

What is Schenectady County Community College's acceptance rate?

✅ Schenectady County Community College has an acceptance rate of 69%.

What is the early decision acceptance rate at Schenectady County Community College?

❌ Schenectady County Community College does not offer early decision.

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