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Skidmore College

Saratoga Springs, NY

Private

4 Year

Website

Skidmore College, located in picturesque Saratoga Springs, New York, is known for its creative and liberal arts-based approach to education. The college fosters a vibrant community where students are encouraged to blend academic rigor with creative thought.
2,776
Students
23%
Acceptance Rate
Undergrads
2,776
Classification
4 Year
Type
Private, Non-Profit
Religious Affiliation
None
Established with a commitment to the principle of 'Creative Thought Matters,' Skidmore College offers a dynamic and interdisciplinary curriculum that prepares students for thoughtful engagement with the world. The campus is a hub of innovation, where aspiring artists, scholars, and leaders come together to challenge conventional thinking and pursue intellectual and personal growth. The college's location in Saratoga Springs provides students with rich cultural amenities and a close-knit community atmosphere. Through a combination of academic excellence, creative expression, and community involvement, Skidmore College stands out as a transformative place for higher learning.

Admissions

Do you have the credentials necessary to get into Skidmore College?

23% acceptance rate
Very Selective
Admission Standards
Grades & Testing
Average SAT score
1376
Testing
Test Optional
Average High School GPA
Unknown
Application Deadlines
Regular Application Deadline
January 15
Early Decision / Early Action?
Yes

The most important factors Skidmore College considers when admitting students are:

  • Rigor of Secondary School Record
  • Academic GPA
  • Application Essay

Financials

See what it costs to attend Skidmore College.

$ 85,120
Overall list price
$ 32,368
Average net price
$ 85,120
Merit Price™
Very Stingy
Merit Meter™

Social & Lifestyle

What's it like attending Skidmore College?

Town
Campus Setting
Democrat
State vote for president
Weather
Sunny days
Cloudy
Average winter temp
25°
Average summer temp
66°

Academics

What to expect in the classroom at Skidmore College.

8:1
Student to faculty ratio
75%
4-year grad rate
82%
6-year grad rate

The most popular majors at Skidmore are:

  • Business/Commerce, General
  • Psychology, General
  • Fine Arts and Art Studies, Other

Demographics

Who attends Skidmore College?

45
States represented
65
Countries represented
No
State DEI laws
Student Body
Students
2,776
Women
59%
Men
41%

Housing

What's it like living at Skidmore College?

$17,340
Room & Board
0.8
Housing units / student
88
%
Students on campus

FAQs

How much does Skidmore College cost?

For the most recent year, it cost $85,120 to attend Skidmore.

How many people attend Skidmore College?

2,776 people attend Skidmore. 2,776 are undergraduate students and 0 are graduate students.

Where is Skidmore College located?

Skidmore College is located in Saratoga Springs, New York. It is in a Town environment.

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