Union College

807 Union St. - Schenectady, NY 12308
  • Region: Mid Atlantic
  • Campus Setting: City
  • Size: Small

Since 1795, Union College has been continually redefining what it means to provide a liberal arts education. Here, tradition meets innovation across the arts, engineering, humanities, sciences and social sciences. As one of the nation’s oldest liberal arts colleges, and the first to offer engineering, we are ranked among the finest. 

Over our long history, we've been challenging convention, blurring boundaries and shaking up traditional thinking. We develop every student to lead with wisdom, empathy and courage, in ways large and small, now and across multiple tomorrows.

Union is a highly selective, private, residential college. Our 130-acre campus in Schenectady, N.Y. is a short walk to downtown, and is within easy reach of New York City, Boston, Montreal and outdoor recreation.

Our 2,100 students choose from 62 majors and minors. They engage with faculty and immerse themselves in research, internships and studying abroad. They create community through 150 student clubs and organizations, 26 varsity athletic teams (Div. III with Div. I ice hockey), our unique Minerva Program and many service opportunities.

Upcoming Events

  • 7PM - 8PM EST

Join us for this hourlong Zoom webinar to learn more about Union College from a variety of voices.

Schedule of Events:

  • Introduction from Admissions
  • Overview of academic life from faculty
  • Panel discussion with current Union students
  • 9:00AM - 2:15PM

Schedule of Events

Start and End Time

8:30 A.M.

Registration and Breakfast Open

Location
  • Tent at South Lane
  • Check in for the day and pick up your materials. Enjoy a continental breakfast before the first session.
Start and End Time

9:00 A.M.

Welcome from President David R. Harris

Start and End Time

9:15 A.M.

Choose from the following:

  • An Introduction to Union and Your Academic Experience
    Also offered at 10:30 a.m.
  • Your Union Journey, Minerva Program and Paths to Success
    Also offered at 10:30 a.m.
  • Campus Tour
    Also offered at 10:30 a.m. and 1:15 p.m. Please reserve a tour time on your registration form.
Start and End Time

10:30 A.M.

Choose from the following:

  • An Introduction to Union and Your Academic Experience
    Also offered at 9:15 a.m.
  • Your Union Journey, Minerva Program and Paths to Success
    Also offered at 9:15 a.m.
  • Campus Tour
    Also offered at 9:15 a.m. and 1:15 p.m. Please reserve a tour time on your registration form.
Start and End Time

11:45 A.M.

Choose from the following:

  • Pre-Med Advising and Leadership in Medicine Program
  • Study Abroad
    Learn about Union's domestic and international study away opportunities
  • Athletics
    Introduction to Union athletics and facilities tour
  • Student Panel
    Hear about campus life from current Union students!
Start and End Time

12:30 P.M. - 1:30 P.M.

Lunch

  • Questions? Visit our information tables available at lunch to learn more about admissions, financial aid and student activities.
Start and End Time

1:00 P.M.

Engineering and Computer Science Information Session

  • Overview of engineering and computer science at Union
Start and End Time

1:15 P.M.

Campus Tour

  • Also offered at 9:15 a.m. and 10:30 a.m. Please reserve a tour time on your registration form.
  • 7PM - 8PM EST

Join us for this hourlong Zoom webinar to learn more about Union College from a variety of voices.

Schedule of Events:

  • Introduction from Admissions
  • Overview of academic life from faculty
  • Panel discussion with current Union students
  • 7PM - 8PM EST

Join us for this hourlong Zoom webinar to learn more about Union College from a variety of voices.

Schedule of Events:

  • Introduction from Admissions
  • Overview of academic life from faculty
  • Panel discussion with current Union students
  • 7PM - 8PM EST

Join us for this hourlong Zoom webinar to learn more about Union College from a variety of voices.

Schedule of Events:

  • Introduction from Admissions
  • Overview of academic life from faculty
  • Panel discussion with current Union students

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About Union College

Founded in 1795, Union College is one of the nation's oldest and most distinguished liberal arts colleges. Here, tradition meets innovation across the arts, engineering, humanities, sciences and social sciences. Union’s flexible academic structure encourages students to study across disciplines and pursue what intrigues them. Its innovative curriculum emphasizes collaboration with students and faculty through small classes, research in all disciplines and international study. The 2,100 full-time undergraduates come from 41 U.S. states and 36 countries. Thirty percent are from diverse or international backgrounds.

Mission Statement

Union College provides a rigorous, holistic, and immersive residential liberal arts education that emphasizes integration, innovation, inclusion, and reflection for every student. We are inspired by a bold, enduring vision: Developing every student to lead with wisdom, empathy and courage, in ways large and small, now and across multiple tomorrows.