Overview
Founded in 1795 as the first college chartered by the New York State Board of Regents, Union College is a 4-year liberal arts institution located in upstate New York. The first liberal arts college to offer a degree program in engineering, Union confers undergraduate degrees in 56 academic majors and minors. Additionally, Union is home to the Minerva House Program where students and faculty gather to interact and socialize in an informal setting outside of the classroom. Throughout the school year, Union schedules a number of all-campus events such as the Winter Dance Concert, Springfest, and Lobsterfest.
Acceptance Rate:
47%
Average Net Price:
$39,101
Campus Setting:
Small city
Average GPA
3.7
Average ACT Composite
32
Average SAT Composite
1411
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. | $66,456 |
| 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. | $66,456 |
Additional Costs
Room and Board The weighted average for room and board and other expenses is generated as follows:
| $16,389 |
| Books and Supplies | $1500 |
Average Net Price By Family Income
Financial Aid: visit page
Financial Aid Email: [email protected]
Aid & Grants
0
100
100%
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.
13%
Average Aid Per Year
$37,530
13%
Average Federal Grant Aid Per Year
$5,843
Average Institution Grant Aid Per Year
$36,384
Students receiving state aid Students receiving federal aid
9%
Average State Grant Aid Per Year
$5011
12%
Average Federal Grant Aid Per Year
$5,843
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.
$62,400,472
Total Non-Need-Based Scholarships/Grants
$14,305,431
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.
49%
Average Loan Amount Per Year
$8,270
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.
$25,337
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.
$269
Students receiving federal loans
45%
Average Federal Loans Per Year
$4,946
Average Other Loans Per Year
$15,272
Admissions
Key Admissions Stats
Institution Type
Private
- Not for Profit
- Coed
Need Aware
This school may consider an applicant’s financial situation when deciding admission
Level of Institution
4 Year
Campus Setting
Small city
8458
Students Applied
35%
Transfer Acceptance Rate
20
Transfer Students Admitted
Admissions Requirements
SAT
No
ACT
No
Transcript
Yes
Test Optional
Yes
SAT Subject Tests
Yes
AP Course Credit
Yes
Dual Enrollment
No
Important Deadlines
| Application Type | Application Deadline | Reply Deadline |
|---|---|---|
| Early Decision Acceptance is binding so student must attend college if accepted. | November 1 | |
| Early Action Acceptance is not binding, but student will receive admissions decision earlier. | November 1 | |
| Fall Regular Decision | January 15 | May 1 |
Applications Accepted
Admitted Student Stats
17%
Submitting ACT
38%
Submitting SAT
Average ACT Composite: 32
Average SAT Composite: 1411
SAT Percentiles
Math
Reading
3.7
Average GPA
Students Enrolled By GPA
Students Enrolled By Class Rank
Students Enrolled By Household Income
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
Bachelor's
Total Number of Students
2,107
Total Number of Undergrads
2,107
0
100
80%
Graduate in 4 Years US National: 28%
0
100
86%
Graduate in 6 Years US National: 52%
Student:Faculty Ratio
9:1
US National: 21:1Non Traditional Learning
- Summer Sessions
- Combined Institution Double Degree Programs
Learning Options
- ROTC Army
- ROTC Air Force
- Study Abroad
- Honors Program
Classroom Sizes
Degrees and Majors
MAJORS
47
Faculty Overview
0
100
95%
Faculty With Terminal Degree US National: 36%
Gender
Ethnicity
Campus Life
Key Campus Stats
Student Gender
Residency
Size of Town
Small city
US States Represented
38
Countries Represented
52
Ethnicity
Percent of First Generation Students
14%
Student Organizations
90
LGBTQIA Student Resource Groups
Yes
On Campus Women's Center
Yes
Cultural Student Resource Groups
Yes
Housing
0
100
92%
Undergrads Living on Campus
On-campus living required of freshman
Yes
Disability Housing Available
No
0
100
91%
Freshman Living on Campus
Athletics
Divisional Sports Nickname
Dutchmen
School Colors
garnet and grey
Varsity Athletics Association
NCAA
Varsity Athletics Conference Primary
Upstate Collegiate Athletic Association
Total Male Athletes
340
Total Female Athletes
224
Intramural Sports
18
Sports Club
6
Sports Team (Men)
- Baseball
- Basketball
- Cross Country
- Crew-Rowing
- Football
- Ice Hockey
- Lacrosse
- Soccer
- Swimming
- Tennis
- Track and Field
Sports Team (Women)
- Basketball
- Cross Country
- Crew-Rowing
- Field Hockey
- Golf
- Ice Hockey
- Lacrosse
- Soccer
- Softball
- Swimming
- Tennis
- Track and Field
- Volleyball
Union College 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
$80,200
Top 5 Cities
New York
Boston
Albany
Washington
San Francisco
Top 5 Employers
PwC
Regeneron Pharmaceuticals, Inc.
Albany Medical Center
Memorial Sloan Kettering Cancer Center
Massachusetts General Hospital
Top 5 Sectors
Business Development
Education
Engineering
Operations
Sales
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.
$25,337
Loan Default Rate
1%
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.
$269
REVIEWS
Read What Students Are SayingOverall students generally feel like they're learning quite a bit. The professors are great and help you to really understand things. Still, sometimes things are being taught that you MAY have already learned in high school (especially if you took Advanced Placement courses but didn't receive credit), so SOMETIMES classes can feel like review.
Victoria from Athens, NY
Union is the perfect blend of academic and social life. Each day you are challenged intellectually in class, and are able to express yourself through many clubs and activities throughout the day and night. The connection among students is powerful and the atmosphere on campus can't be beat.
Jordan from Ballston Spa, NY
Union College has the most beautiful campus in the country. The size is perfect, the students are friendly, and the professors are approachable. It brings together students of all academic interests, including engineering, and forms an incredible community that I will be proud to say I was a part of for the rest of my life.
Scott from Wells, ME
All in all, I fell in love with Union College as soon as I stepped foot on campus. It is absolutely beautiful and the people there are just the same - everyone is so friendly and easy to talk to! Also, the financial aid package I received from them was awesome!
Britt from Albany, NY
When I sat in on a class I felt like the amount they throw at you is a lot. It will be challenging going to Union but in return you get an education like no other.
William from Winter Park, FL
Work-hard, play-hard is the motto at Union. A diverse, tight-knit liberal arts community that encourages creativity and diversity in all areas. Good luck with tuition!
Lily from New York, NY
i wasn't originally planning on looking at this school, but i visited on my way back from another school (rpi) and fell in love. the campus was breathtaking, even though the weather was miserable. our tour guide was funny, smart, and it was really obvious she wanted us to love the school as much as she did.
lily from pittburgh, pa
Union is a fabulous place to get an education. The courses are rigorous.
the professors are excellent.
the professors are excellent.
zoli
When I visited the campus, it had an extremely upbeat social atmosphere. I felt really comfortable there during the campus tour and I would suggest researching more about this college for anyone who has fears about leaving their home, because it seemed to have a very strong support system for their students.
Matthew from Brooklyn, NY
The classes are small and discussion-oriented, and the professors seem passionate about their work.
Emily from Ballston Spa, NY
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