Schenectady County Community College
78 Washington Avenue, Schenectady, NY, 12305 -
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The primary mission of Schenectady County Community College is to provide comprehensive higher education and adult education opportunities of the highest quality through academic, career-technical, professional, and personal enrichment programs in response to local educational needs and at low cost to students....
School Overview:
- Community College Avg.
| County | Schenectady County, NY | - |
| Title IV Eligible | Yes | Yes |
| Carnegie Classification | Associate of Arts Colleges | Associate of Arts Colleges |
| Institution Level | At least 2 yrs but < 4 yrs | At least 2 yrs but < 4 yrs |
| Institution Control | Public | Public |
| Full-Time Undergraduate | 2,071 students | 1,020 students |
| Part-Time Undergraduate | 2,340 students | 1,444 students |
| Total Enrollment | 4,411 students | 2,213 students |
| % Students Receiving Some Financial Aid | 81% | 78% |
| % Students Receiving Federal Grants | 50% | 46% |
| Avg. Amount Of Federal Grants Received | $3,075 | $2,845 |
| % Students Receiving State/Local Grants | 65% | 29% |
| Avg. Amount Of State/Local Grants Received | $1,375 | $1,273 |
| % Students Receiving Institutional Grants | 7% | 12% |
| Avg. Amount Of Institutional Grants Received | $1,190 | $1,146 |
| % Students Receiving Loans | 39% | 38% |
| Avg. Amount Of Loan Received | $2,597 | $3,129 |
School Notes:
- Schenectady County Community College, established in 1967, is part of the State University of New York (SUNY) system. The College emphasizes high quality academic programs, broad access for students, and responsiveness to the needs of the community. SCCC offers a wide range of transfer degree, career degree and certificate programs. The College has committed, accessible teaching faculty and an attractive campus, located in Schenectady along the Mohawk River - in the heart of the New York State Capital District.
- Schenectady County Community College offers the following Transfer, Career, and Certificate programs. In striving to achieve its primary mission, the College affords students the opportunity to earn Associate in Arts (A.A.), Associate in Science (A.S.), Associate in Applied Science (A.A.S.) and Associate in Occupational Studies (A.O.S.) degrees in college parallel or career technology programs. The College also provides students with the opportunity to earn certificates in specialized career fields or personal development activities.
- SCCC operates as a comprehensive community college under the programs and standards of the State University of New York. Sponsored by Schenectady County, the College is accredited by the Commission on Higher Education of the Middle States Association of Colleges and Schools.
- Profile last updated: 08/22/2008.
In the News:
- Schenectady Holiday Parade (FOX 23 News Albany)
posted on November 21, 2009 at 02:48:44 am
Saturday parade to force road closures and changes to bus routes. - Best Bets for Nov. 20, 2009 (The Troy Record)
posted on November 20, 2009 at 09:14:22 am
SPEAKER - SUNY has biggest enrollment boost (Albany Times Union)
posted on November 17, 2009 at 05:34:58 am
6 percent increase, or 25,458 students, is largest in its history - County official takes job at Union (Albany Times Union)
posted on November 13, 2009 at 05:30:06 am
SCHENECTADY -- Eight months after taking the job, Thomas P. Constantine is resigning as Schenectady County's director of emergency management and homeland security, to become assistant director of campus safety at Union College. - Business briefs (The Saratogian)
posted on November 8, 2009 at 10:15:19 am
Spa woman opens ‘play care’ franchise
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Near By Schools:
- Ellis Hospital School Of Nursing - 142 students - 1.6 mi. away - view location
- Mildred Elley School - 427 students - 10.6 mi. away - view location
- Bryant And Stratton College-albany - 536 students - 10.8 mi. away - view location
- Maria College Of Albany - 803 students - 13.0 mi. away - view location
- Samaritan Hospital School Of Nursing - 120 students - 15.2 mi. away - view location
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Note: Data has been gathered from several government and commercial data sources. School data reflects years 2002-04 statistics (most recent years available). Area and demographic data reflects year 2000 statistics. Public School Review does not ensure the timeliness or accuracy of the information on this site.
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