About Skidmore College
Type
Private
Not-For-Profit
4 Years
Student Population
2,613
Website
www.skidmore.edu/Accreditation
MSCHE
Religious Affiliation
Not applicable
On Campus Housing
Yes
Located in Saratoga Springs, NY, Skidmore College is a private university. Skidmore College occupies a total area of about 850 acres. The foundation of Skidmore College was laid down in the year 1903. The motto of the Skidmore College is Scuto amoris divini (Latin) and its official colors are green and yellow. Out of total 2,684 (2017-2018) students enrolled at SC, 2,662 belong to undergraduate courses while 1 are postgraduate students. The school has a total of 211 academic staff. These faculty teach different courses to the students. Interestingly, Skidmore College has an ethnically diverse student population. At SC around 62% are white, 11% are Non-resident alien, and 9% belong to Hispanic ethnicity. And, at the university, around 99% of the students are 24 and under. When it comes to gender distribution at the varsity, around 60% of the students are females and 40% are males. The college has produced several notable alumni including Cynthia Carroll (Businessperson, Petroleum geologist), Lake Bell (Television director, Film Producer), Evan Dando (Guitarist, Songwriter), and Jane Roberts (Author, Writer) in its 117 years of existence. The school believes in the all-round growth of the students and therefore, encourages students to take part in several sporting activities, conducted inside the campus. At SC, 58 undergraduate and graduate-level programs, including both residential and online, are offered to the students. The university also has a long list of accreditations. It has been accredited by ACS American Chemical Society, CSWE (Council on Social Work Education), MSCHE (Middle States Commission on Higher Education), and NASAD (National Association of Schools of Art and Design). $384 million (2019) is the total value of endowment of the Skidmore College.
Rankings
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Admissions
Application Deadline
15th Jan
Acceptance Rate
27%
SAT Range
1223 - 1400
ACT Range
27 - 31
Application Fee
$65
SAT/ACT
Required
High School GPA
Recommended
Accept Common App
Yes
Admission to SC is moderately difficult. However, the university is selective in taking in students. Candidates are required to fill the form and submit a fee of $65, as part of the admission process at SC. If the SAT score of a student lies in the range of 1220-1400, it would improve her chances. Notably, students securing ACT score less than 28 might also given admission but the average ACT score at Skidmore College is 30. As expected, the candidates can complete the process either online or by visiting the school's office at 815 N Broadway, Saratoga Springs, New York 12866. To gather more information, they can call them at (518) 580-5000.
Annual Cost to Attend
Net Price
$24,087
Average Annual Cost
$53,258
Books And Supplies
$1,300
Other Fees
$1,162
Room And Board
$14,494
Budget For Other Expenses
$1,516
Total One Year Cost
$71,730
Before applying to SC, candidates must keep in mind the tuition fees and the cost of living during the course tenure. The annual full-time cost of attendance comes out to be approximately $74,140. This cost includes the average annual tuition cost ($56,322), books and supplies ($1,300), room and boarding ($15,000), and budget for other expenses ($1,518). For students seeking financial assistance, the college offers a number of options.
Academics
Highest Degree Offered
Master's degree
Student:Faculty Ratio
8:1
Full-Time Retention Rate
91%
Part-Time Retention Rate
N/A
Academic Calendar
Semester
Research Funding per Student
$840
Faculty Overview
Male Professors
Female Professors
Non-traditional Learning
Evening Degree Programs
Teacher Certification
Distance Education
Study Abroad
Majors
Business/Commerce, General
102 Graduates
Psychology, General
63 Graduates
Fine and Studio Arts
51 Graduates
English Language and Literature, Ge...
49 Graduates
Economics
43 Graduates
Biology, General
35 Graduates
Natural Resources Conservation and...
33 Graduates
Sociology
26 Graduates
Political Science and Government
24 Graduates
Physiology, Pathology and Related S...
22 Graduates
Romance Languages, Literatures, and...
22 Graduates
Computer and Information Sciences,...
19 Graduates
Drama/Theatre Arts and Stagecraft
19 Graduates
Chemistry
18 Graduates
International Relations and Nationa...
18 Graduates
Mathematics
18 Graduates
Social Work
14 Graduates
Teacher Education and Professional...
14 Graduates
Anthropology
13 Graduates
Dance
13 Graduates
Physics
13 Graduates
History
12 Graduates
Neurobiology and Neurosciences
12 Graduates
Music
10 Graduates
Area Studies
7 Graduates
Philosophy
7 Graduates
Geological and Earth Sciences/Geosc...
6 Graduates
Liberal Arts and Sciences, General...
6 Graduates
Religion/Religious Studies
6 Graduates
Ethnic, Cultural Minority, Gender,...
5 Graduates
Germanic Languages, Literatures, an...
5 Graduates
Classics and Classical Languages, L...
4 Graduates
Social Sciences, Other
1 Graduates
Student Body
Undergraduate Students
2,612
Socio-Economic Diversity
13%
Part-time
1%
Students Gender
LGBTQIA STUDENT RESOURCE GROUPS
ON CAMPUS WOMEN'S CENTER
Race/Ethnicity
Geographic Density
Geographic Density
High
Unknown Location
Out Of State
In State
Foreign
Economic Diversity
36% percentage of students who recieved an income-based Federal Pell Grant intended for low-income students.
Median Household Income
$78,806 per year
Campus Life
Housing
The students can reside on campus and 100% of Freshman Live On-Campus.
On Campus Housing Available
Yes
Freshmen Required to Live on Campus
No
Freshmen Live on Campus
100%
Undergrads in College Housing
89%
Averege Housing Cost
$8,568/year
Campus Food
The institution has several dining and meal plan options available to students and the average meal plan cost is around $5,926/year.
Meal Plan Available
Yes
Average Meal Plan Available
$5,926/year
Athletes
Division Sports Nickname
Thoroughbreds
School Colors
N/A
Varsity Athletics Association
NCAA
Varsity Athletics Conference Primary
Liberty League Conference
Total Male Athletes
199
Total Female Athletes
185
Intramural Sports
18
Sports Club
N/A
Sports Team (Men)
Baseball
Basketball
Crew-Rowing
Golf
Ice Hockey
Lacrosse
Soccer
Swimming and Diving
Tennis
Sports Team (Women)
Basketball
Crew-Rowing
Field Hockey
Lacrosse
Soccer
Softball
Swimming and Diving
Tennis
Volleyball
Campus Safety
24-Hour Security Patrol
Yes
Campus Emergency Phones
Yes
24-Hour Escort Safety rides
Yes
Mobile Campus Emergency Alert
Yes
Students who want to enjoy the campus and lodging life can benefit from the on-campus housing facility provided by SC. At SC, $15,000 is the normal expense for on-campus housing, which a student will be needed to pay, each year. The average meal plan at SC costs around $5,926 a year. Notably, students at the varsity get to choose from various dining and meal plan options as well. The college considers the safety and security of its students to be paramount. At SC, campus safety and security features include 24-hr security patrol, campus emergency phones, 24-hr escort safety rides and mobile campus emergency alert. The number of female and male students at the college are 40% and 60%, respectively.
After Graduation
Median Earnings 6 Years After Graduation
$38,800/year
Median Earnings 10 Years After Graduation
$49,700/year
Typical Monthly Loan Payment
$140 - 257
Financial Aid
Students Receiving Gift Aid
Average Aid Per Year
$45,363
Students Receiving Federal Grants
Average Aid Per Year
$5,473
Students Receiving State Aid
Average Aid Per Year
$6,928
Students Receiving Institutional Grants
Average Aid Per Year
$42,362
Average Grant & Scholarship by Family Income
Income
Average Amount
< $30K
$59,649
$30K - $48K
$55,273
$48K - $75K
$55,309
$75K - $110K
$43,279
> $110K
$22,329
Total Needs based Scholarships/Grants
$50,204,000
Total Non-Needs based Scholarships/Grants
$1,597,000
The financial aid department of Skidmore College helps students by assisting them with scholarships, grants, and student loans in the event that they find the fees and the cost of living at the campus to be expensive. The average financial aid at Skidmore College is around $45,076 and the federal grant is $5,781. The students at the college are provided with state aid and institutional aid. The state aid stands at $5,469, while the institutional aid is $45,076. At SC, the total amount of need-based scholarships/grants awarded to students stands at $50,204,000 per year. On the other hand, the total non-need-based scholarships/grants offered in a year add up to $1,597,000.
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