Union College
Schenectady, NY. Admissions numbers, deadlines, cost and your chances of getting in, by round.
| Location | Schenectady, NY · Small city |
|---|---|
| Type | Private |
| Undergraduates | 2,046 |
| Acceptance rate | 44% |
| SAT (middle 50%, reported) | 1310–1490 · 38% submit |
| SAT estimated for all students | 1280–1460 |
| ACT (middle 50%) | 29–33 |
| Testing policy | Optional |
| Graduation rate | 85% |
| First-year retention | 89% |
| Student–faculty ratio | 9:1 |
| Cost of attendance | $84,561 |
| Application fee | $0 |
Application deadlines (2026–27)
- Early Decision: Nov 15, 2026
- Early Decision II: Jan 15, 2027
- Regular Decision: Jan 15, 2027
Most popular majors: Social sciences, Biology, Engineering, Psychology, Physical sciences.
Union College campus map
On campus
Bertagna-Class of 1985 Stadium, Schaffer Library, Achilles Center-Frank L Messa Rink, Union College Department of Music Score Library, Viniar Athletic Center, Memorial Fieldhouse, Memorial Chapel, Alumni Gymnasium, Morton and Helen Yulman Theater.
Around campus
- Places to eat: Sicilian Pizzeria, Rookies Sports Bar & Grill, Luca's, Peter Pause Restaurant, Denny's, Chez Nous
- Coffee: Perreca's Bakery, Villa Italia, Starbucks, Maria's Cafe & Catering, The Whistling Kettle
- Nightlife: The Saw Mill Tavern, Druthers Brewing Company, Van Slyck's, Dukes Lounge, The Landing Bar, H Bar
- Shops: W. Somers Bookseller, Electric City Comics, Friends of the Whitney Book Corner, Open Door Bookstore and Gift Gallery
- Museums and culture: Dudley Observatory Library, Museum of Innovation and Science (miSci), MopCo Improv Theater, Schenectady County Karen B. Johnson Main Library, Mohawk Harbor Amphitheater
- Groceries: Union Convenience, Snack Shop, Mohawk Grocery & Deli, Adeeb's Deli & Grocery, Avon Market
- Parks: Steinmetz Memorial Park, South Avenue Park, Landon Terrace Park, Mohawk-Hudson Bike-Hike Trail, Carrie Street Park, Tribute Park
Nearest train: Schenectady.