Union College

Schenectady, NY · Private Nonprofit

Acceptance rate
44%
Average SAT
1,395
ACT midpoint
30
Enrollment
2,046
In-state tuition
$69,039
Out-of-state tuition
$69,039
Avg net price
$34,561
4-yr grad rate

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.

#ProgramStairway RankingGraduates/yr
1Economics.98
2Political Science and Government.47
3Biology, General.46
4Research and Experimental Psychology.44
5Mechanical Engineering.40
6Neurobiology and Neurosciences.31
7Mathematics.25
8Sociology.21
9Computer and Information Sciences, General.20
10Biomedical/Medical Engineering.20
11Electrical, Electronics, and Communications Engineering.18
12History.18
13Fine and Studio Arts.15
14Chemistry.14
15Philosophy.13
16Natural Resources Conservation and Research.11
17Romance Languages, Literatures, and Linguistics.11
18English Language and Literature, General.11
19Business/Managerial Economics.11
20Area 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.