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Overview
Ask any Saint: there is a lot to love about Siena. Our idyllic campus in New York’s Capital Region; our strong Franciscan values; faculty who draw out the best in their students; the connected alumni network, our robust program offerings; and the fact that Saints live their best life together. Attending on-campus events and being a part of Siena traditions. Building houses in Habitat for Humanity, skiing in the Outing Club or just relaxing by the fire pits on the Paddock.
But to really know Siena is to know that we want you to lead a life of meaning and success. That’s why we have a dedicated Office of Internships that helps our students work at sites like NASA and Google. It’s why we provide them with equipment and research opportunities no other college has and send them around the world on study or service trips. We believe an education should be something you get to do, not just something you get. Ranked the #1 College in NY for Getting a Job, we wouldn’t have it any other way.
Acceptance Rate:
80%
Average Net Price:
$29,625
Campus Setting:
Suburb or town
Average GPA
3.5
Average ACT Composite
25
Average SAT Composite
1160
Tuition, Cost & Aid
Affordability & Cost
Tuition
| In-State Tuition In-state tuition is the tuition charged by institutions to those students who meet the state's or institution's residency requirements. In-district tuition is the tuition charged by the institution to those students residing in the locality in which they attend school and may be a lower rate than in-state tuition if offered by the institution. | $43,630 |
| Out-of-State Tuition Out-of-state tuition is the tuition charged by institutions to those students who do not meet the state’s or institution’s residency requirements. Out-of-district tuition is the tuition charged by the institution to those students not residing in the locality in which they attend school. | $43,630 |
Additional Costs
Room and Board The weighted average for room and board and other expenses is generated as follows:
| $16,700 |
| Books and Supplies | $1293 |
Average Net Price By Family Income
Financial Aid: visit page
Financial Aid Email: [email protected]
Aid & Grants
0
100
77%
Need Met
Students Receiving Gift Aid Percent of undergraduate students awarded federal gift aid. Federal gift aid includes any grant or scholarship aid awarded, from the federal government, a state or local government, the institution, and other sources known by the institution. Students Receiving Grants Percent of undergraduate students awarded grant aid. Grant aid includes any grant or scholarship aid awarded, from the federal government, a state or local government, the institution, and other sources known by the institution.
24%
Average Aid Per Year
$29,952
24%
Average Federal Grant Aid Per Year
$5,514
Average Institution Grant Aid Per Year
$27,791
Students receiving state aid Students receiving federal aid
29%
Average State Grant Aid Per Year
$3202
25%
Average Federal Grant Aid Per Year
$5,514
Average Grant & Scholarship By Family Income
Total Needs Based Scholarships/Grants Total amount of grant or scholarship aid awarded to all undergraduates from the federal government, state/local government, the institution, and other sources known to the institution.
$70,256,192
Total Non-Need-Based Scholarships/Grants
$19,555,809
Student Loans
Students Borrowing Loans Loans to students - Any monies that must be repaid to the lending institution for which the student is the designated borrower. Includes all Title IV subsidized and unsubsidized loans and all institutionally- and privately-sponsored loans. Does not include PLUS and other loans made directly to parents.
72%
Average Loan Amount Per Year
$9,340
Average Debt at Graduation The median federal debt of undergraduate borrowers who graduated. This figure includes only federal loans; it excludes private student loans and Parent PLUS loans.
$22,008
Median Monthly Loan Payment The median monthly loan payment for student borrowers who completed, if it were repaid over 10 years at a 5.05% interest rate.
$256
Students receiving federal loans
72%
Average Federal Loans Per Year
$5,396
Average Other Loans Per Year
$18,924
Admissions
Key Admissions Stats
Institution Type
Private
- Not for Profit
- Roman Catholic
- Coed
Need Aware
This school may consider an applicant’s financial situation when deciding admission
Level of Institution
4 Year
Campus Setting
Suburb or town
8344
Students Applied
42%
Transfer Acceptance Rate
160
Transfer Students Admitted
Admissions Requirements
SAT
No
ACT
No
Transcript
Yes
Test Optional
Yes
SAT Subject Tests
Yes
AP Course Credit
Yes
Dual Enrollment
Yes
Important Deadlines
| Application Type | Application Deadline | Reply Deadline |
|---|---|---|
| Early Decision Acceptance is binding so student must attend college if accepted. | December 1 | |
| Early Action Acceptance is not binding, but student will receive admissions decision earlier. | October 15 | |
| Fall Regular Decision | February 15 | May 1 |
| Other | November 1 |
Application Fee
$50
Fee waivers availableApplications Accepted
Admitted Student Stats
4%
Submitting ACT
31%
Submitting SAT
Average ACT Composite: 25
Average SAT Composite: 1160
SAT Percentiles
Math
Reading
3.5
Average GPA
Students Enrolled By Class Rank
Admissions Resources
For International Student Services: visit page
For Students with Disabilities: visit page
For Veteran Services: visit page
Academics
Key Academic Stats
Highest Degree Offered
Master's
Total Number of Students
3,648
Total Number of Undergrads
3,516
0
100
76%
Graduate in 4 Years US National: 28%
0
100
81%
Graduate in 6 Years US National: 52%
Student:Faculty Ratio
13:1
US National: 21:1Non Traditional Learning
- Online Classes
- Online Undergrad Degrees
- Summer Sessions
- Combined Institution Double Degree Programs
- Some Programs Requires Co-Op/Internship
Learning Options
- ROTC Army
- Study Abroad
- Honors Program
- Teacher Certification Offered
Classroom Sizes
Degrees and Majors
MAJORS
38
Faculty Overview
0
100
70%
Faculty With Terminal Degree US National: 36%
Gender
Ethnicity
Campus Life
Key Campus Stats
Student Gender
Residency
Size of Town
Suburb or town
US States Represented
37
Countries Represented
42
Ethnicity
Percent of First Generation Students
21%
Student Organizations
86
LGBTQIA Student Resource Groups
Yes
On Campus Women's Center
Yes
Cultural Student Resource Groups
Yes
Housing
0
100
74%
Undergrads Living on Campus
On-campus living required of freshman
Yes
Disability Housing Available
Yes
0
100
75%
Freshman Living on Campus
Athletics
Divisional Sports Nickname
Saints
School Colors
green and gold
Varsity Athletics Association
NCAA
Varsity Athletics Conference Primary
Not applicable
Total Male Athletes
165
Total Female Athletes
190
Intramural Sports
7
Sports Club
5
Sports Team (Men)
- Baseball
- Basketball
- Cross Country
- Golf
- Lacrosse
- Soccer
- Tennis
- Track and Field
Sports Team (Women)
- Basketball
- Cross Country
- Field Hockey
- Golf
- Lacrosse
- Soccer
- Softball
- Swimming
- Tennis
- Track and Field
- Volleyball
- Water Polo
Siena University Athletics: visit page
Campus Safety
24-HR security patrol
Yes
Campus emergency phones
Yes
24-HR escort safety rides
Yes
Mobile campus emergency alert
Yes
After Graduation
Post Grad Stats
Average Salary
6 years after graduation
$62,300
Top 5 Cities
Albany
New York
Boston
Washington
Syracuse
Top 5 Employers
Siena College
Ayco
GE
PwC
Albany Medical Center
Top 5 Sectors
Business Development
Sales
Finance
Operations
Education
Average Debt at Graduation The median federal debt of undergraduate borrowers who graduated. This figure includes only federal loans; it excludes private student loans and Parent PLUS loans.
$22,008
Loan Default Rate
2%
National: 8%
Median Monthly Loan Payment The median monthly loan payment for student borrowers who completed, if it were repaid over 10 years at a 5.05% interest rate.
$256
REVIEWS
Read What Students Are SayingI love learning in classes where there are 20 to 30 students in each class, opposed to being a lecture hall that seems overwhelming.
Janet from Port Jefferson station, NY
The classes are small and many of my classes are discussion oriented, which provides you with the opportunity to examine topics from different perspectives. There are no large lectures.
Ann from WI
My teachers are all focused on helping to do anything to get you to succeed. If you put in the effort, you get so much back. I've found that my teachers have so much knowledge and such a passion to pass it on to their students. The class sizes are similar to high school, with each class typically having under 30 students.
Melanie from Sparta, NJ
The classes are small, my largest class is 35 students or so. Since the classes are so small, the professor knows your name very quickly. The professors are required to have 5 hours of office hours a week, so they are very accessible and you can always email them with questions.
Theresa from Albany, NY
Classes are about the same size as in my high school, about 30 people per class. Science laboratory classes are even smaller which allows for more hands-on work and more time in classes with the professors. All of the teachers have office hours so that you can get any extra help you need and they have flexible schedules so that you can come in when you are free.
Kaitlyn from Schenectady, NY
If I had to give you one reason why Siena is a good school, this would be it. The variety of available classes is amazing for such a small school. Last semester I took Eastern European Literature and it was wonderful. There are classes like Literature of the fantastic and modern dance. The teachers are very knowledgeable about their subjects and are usually very helpful and receptive to you individual needs (As long as you get to know them).
Neidy from Bay Shore, NY
Great campus and friendly students and faculty. Faculty will chat with you about their programs at length and even suggest way to improve your acceptance and offer alternative course selections and majors. Students are able to do research with faculty as undergrads and to develop and promot their own projects.
Nick from Delmar, NY
Very clean campus. Students are very safe in this school. Don't come here if you want a party life.
Firmin from Brooklyn, NY
Siena is a liberal arts college with a very strong reputation for its accounting program. The campus is located in a suburban area and is beautiful. The students are predominantly locals and people from Long Island.
Benjamin from Mechanicville, NY
Siena is a decent size college with a beautiful campus. The students are very nice,except if your a commuter then you will have to try to make alot of friends. Teachers are nice for the most part and care for the students.
Brandon from Cohoes, NY
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