Union College
Schenectady, NY · Private Nonprofit
Test scores
Admitted students score between 1310 and 1480 on the SAT (25th–75th percentile).
ACT midpoint: 30
Popular programs at Union College
Bachelor’s degree programs ranked by Stairway Ranking — a composite letter grade comparing this school’s program against every other school’s in the same major nationally. Ties broken alphabetically.
| # | Program | Stairway Ranking | Graduates/yr |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Economics. | 98 | |
| 2 | Political Science and Government. | 47 | |
| 3 | Biology, General. | 46 | |
| 4 | Research and Experimental Psychology. | 44 | |
| 5 | Mechanical Engineering. | 40 | |
| 6 | Neurobiology and Neurosciences. | 31 | |
| 7 | Mathematics. | 25 | |
| 8 | Sociology. | 21 | |
| 9 | Computer and Information Sciences, General. | 20 | |
| 10 | Biomedical/Medical Engineering. | 20 | |
| 11 | Electrical, Electronics, and Communications Engineering. | 18 | |
| 12 | History. | 18 | |
| 13 | Fine and Studio Arts. | 15 | |
| 14 | Chemistry. | 14 | |
| 15 | Philosophy. | 13 | |
| 16 | Natural Resources Conservation and Research. | 11 | |
| 17 | Romance Languages, Literatures, and Linguistics. | 11 | |
| 18 | English Language and Literature, General. | 11 | |
| 19 | Business/Managerial Economics. | 11 | |
| 20 | Area Studies. | 10 |
Showing top 20 of 36 programs
Frequently asked questions
What is the acceptance rate at Union College?
Union College has an acceptance rate of 44% according to the most recent U.S. Department of Education data.
What SAT score do I need for Union College?
Admitted students at Union College typically score between 1310 and 1480 on the SAT (25th–75th percentile).
How much does Union College cost?
The average net price (after grants and scholarships) at Union College is approximately $34,561 per year.
What is the graduation rate at Union College?
4-year graduation rate data for Union College is not currently published.
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Data: U.S. Department of Education, College Scorecard. Last updated 5/1/2026.
