RECENT ACCOLADES
U.S. News and World Report
'Best Colleges'
#21
Engineering programs (non-doctoral)
#13
Early career earnings for graduates among liberal arts colleges
Princeton Review 'Featured Colleges'
Top 40
Private college for return on investment
Money 'Best Value' colleges
4.5 stars
(out of 5)
U.S. News and World Report
'Best Colleges'
#21
Engineering programs (non-doctoral)
#13
Early career earnings for graduates among liberal arts colleges
ABOUT UNION
THE ELECTRIC CITY
Schenectady blends city energy and outdoor adventure, offering restaurants and cafes, shops and boutiques, theaters and events, plus hiking, biking and skiing just minutes from campus.
STUDENT LIFE
CURRENT INTERESTS + NEW PURSUITS
From beekeeping club and an off-road racing team to music festivals and movie nights, Union’s 130+ clubs and organizations ensure there’s always something to do and someone to do it with.
ACADEMICS
RESEARCH REIGNS
No matter your major(s), you’ll dive into hands-on research alongside expert faculty in labs, archives, studios, or out in the field.
The Electric City
Schenectady blends city energy and outdoor adventure, offering restaurants and cafes, shops and boutiques, theaters and events, plus hiking, biking and skiing just minutes from campus.
Current interests + new pursuits
From beekeeping club and an off-road racing team to music festivals and movie nights, Union’s 130+ clubs and organizations ensure there’s always something to do and someone to do it with.
Research reigns
No matter your major(s), you’ll dive into hands-on research alongside expert faculty in labs, archives, studios, or out in the field.