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Average
Score: 51/100

Schenectady County Community College

2-Year Public
📍 Schenectady, New York 12305
ℹ️
Rating Context: ⚠️ Limited Data Available. Some metrics for this institution are incomplete or unavailable, which may affect the overall grade. Consider researching this school directly for the most current information.

Suggested Focus: For this type of institution, we recommend prioritizing the Outcomes Score (D) which measures graduation and job placement rates — the most relevant metrics for career programs.
Graduation Rate: 29%
Outcomes
D
43/100
Affordability
B+
81/100
Resources
C+
63/100
Experience
C
46/100
Prestige
F
23/100

Quick Stats

3,884
Total Enrollment
29%
Graduation Rate
54%
Retention Rate
15.0:1
Student-Faculty Ratio
N/A
Acceptance Rate
$5,550
Avg Net Price
🏠 Housing Market Near Schenectady County Community College

39% of students live off-campus (not with family), creating consistent rental demand near campus. That's approximately 1,499 students who need housing.

Avg Home Value
$292,158
Avg Monthly Rent
$1,297
1-Year Change
+7.1%
For parents & investors

The Schenectady County Community College Town Property Report

  • Avg home value near campus: $292,158
  • Avg rent near campus: $1,297/mo
  • Top nearby ZIP by cap rate: 12307 (6.2% cap, Schenectady)

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Costs & Financial Aid

Tuition & Fees

Category In-State Out-of-State
Tuition $4,824 $7,236

Financial Aid

83%
Receive Any Aid
63%
Receive Pell Grants
16%
Take Out Loans
$5,550
Avg Net Price

Net Price by Family Income

Family Income Average Net Price
$0 - $30,000$3,091
$30,001 - $48,000$5,310
$48,001 - $75,000$8,474
$75,001 - $110,000$10,837
$110,001+$12,354

Programs & Career Paths

Top Degree Programs

Programs ranked by number of degrees awarded annually.

Humanities/Humanistic Studies 40 grads/yr Business Administration and Management, General 35 grads/yr Culinary Arts/Chef Training 27 grads/yr Liberal Arts and Sciences/Liberal Studies 23 grads/yr Music Technology 20 grads/yr Health Services/Allied Health/Health Sciences, General 17 grads/yr Criminal Justice/Safety Studies 16 grads/yr Human Services, General 16 grads/yr Computer Science 13 grads/yr Liberal Arts and Sciences, General Studies and Humanities, Other 11 grads/yr Medical Insurance Coding Specialist/Coder 10 grads/yr Human Nutrition 10 grads/yr Computer Systems Networking and Telecommunications 9 grads/yr Music Performance, General 9 grads/yr Substance Abuse/Addiction Counseling 7 grads/yr Aeronautics/Aviation/Aerospace Science and Technology, General 7 grads/yr Computer Game Programming 7 grads/yr Hotel, Motel, and Restaurant Management 7 grads/yr Legal Assistant/Paralegal 6 grads/yr Child Care and Support Services Management 5 grads/yr

Related Career Paths

Careers that graduates from Schenectady County Community College's top programs commonly pursue.

Postsecondary teachers, all other
$78k/yr 183,400 jobs
Chief executives
$206k/yr 309,400 jobs
Compensation and benefits managers
$140k/yr 20,900 jobs
Human resources managers
$140k/yr 221,900 jobs
Sales managers
$138k/yr 619,500 jobs
Managers, all other
$137k/yr 1,333,700 jobs
Training and development managers
$127k/yr 46,400 jobs
Industrial production managers
$121k/yr 241,900 jobs

Student Demographics

3,884
Total Students
54%
Women
26%
Traditional Age (18-24)
39%
Off-Campus Renters

👥 Race & Ethnicity

White 60%
Hispanic 6%
Black 14%
Asian 14%
Two or More 4%

🏠 Living Arrangements

Off-Campus (Renters) 39%
With Family 61%
🏘️ Rental Demand: ~1,499 students need off-campus housing

💻 Learning Mode

In-Person 68%
Hybrid (Some Online) 20%
Fully Online 11%

📊 Age Distribution

18-24 (Traditional) 26%
25-64 (Adult) 14%

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the acceptance rate at Schenectady County Community College?
Acceptance rate data is not available for this institution. Many schools with open enrollment or specialized programs do not report traditional acceptance rates.
How much does it cost to attend Schenectady County Community College?
Tuition at Schenectady County Community College is $4,824 for in-state students and $7,236 for out-of-state students . However, the average net price after financial aid is $5,550.
What is the graduation rate at Schenectady County Community College?
The graduation rate at Schenectady County Community College is 29%. This graduation rate is low, which may reflect the institution's student population, program types, or other factors worth investigating.
Is Schenectady County Community College a good school?
Schenectady County Community College has a Repit College Score of 51/100 (Grade: C). Our rating evaluates five key factors:
  • Outcomes (D): Graduation and retention rates
  • Affordability (B+): Net cost and financial aid access
  • Resources (C+): Class sizes and selectivity
  • Experience (C): Campus life and learning format
  • Prestige (F): Reputation and recognition
Note: As a smaller institution, we recommend focusing on the Outcomes score when evaluating this school.
How many students attend Schenectady County Community College?
Schenectady County Community College has a total enrollment of 3,884 students.
Is there rental demand near Schenectady County Community College?
Yes! Approximately 39% of students at Schenectady County Community College live off-campus (not with family). That's roughly 1,499 students who need rental housing near campus. This represents significant rental demand, which affects housing availability and pricing in the Schenectady area.

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Data source: IPEDS 2023-24 | Last updated: September 2026 | Methodology