by our College Data Analytics TeamCollege Factual’s Best for the Money Rankings compare the quality of a SUNY Schenectady degree with its cost to decide whether the school is asking a fair price. Here is how SUNY Schenectady measures up.
SUNY Schenectady is ranked #429 out of 3,211 schools for value nationwide, earning a value grade of C. Within New York, it ranks #27 of 216 for value.
Read the full SUNY Schenectady value report below — how it ranks within its state, how it ranks nationwide, what a degree actually costs, and whether it makes financial sense.
Schenectady County Community College is ranked #27 out of #216 for New York value.
Live in-state? You may qualify for a reduced price. Check the SUNY Schenectady financial aid page to be sure.
Schenectady County Community College is ranked #429 out of 3,211 for value nationwide.
Schenectady County Community College is priced appropriately for the quality of education it provides, making it a fair value according to College Factual.
Averaged across all students — those who receive aid and those who pay full price — a year at SUNY Schenectady costs about $11,253. Over a standard four-year bachelor's program, that adds up to an estimated $45,012 for the degree.
| Amount | |
|---|---|
| Sticker Price (before aid) | $16,634 / year |
| Net Price (students receiving aid) | $8,947 / year |
| Average Cost (all students) | $11,253 / year |
| Estimated 4-Year Cost | $45,012 |
*The average cost weights the net price paid by aid recipients against the sticker price paid by everyone else. The 4-year figure assumes the standard bachelor's length; your actual time to graduate and price may differ.
There are many ways to lower the cost of a college education. Consider in-state tuition, transfer credits, or finishing your degree faster. Learn more about SUNY Schenectady net price and the factors that affect it.
The price you actually pay depends on your circumstances — most students do not pay the full sticker price.
Here is how the estimated 4-year cost of a SUNY Schenectady degree breaks down by aid group, against its national value ranking.
| Nationwide Value by Aid Group | Avg Degree Cost | Value Rank | Value Grade |
|---|---|---|---|
| Students with No Aid | $66,536 | — | — |
| All Students | $45,012 | #429 | C |
| Only Students Receiving Aid | $35,788 | — | — |
| In-State Value by Aid Group | Avg Degree Cost | Value Rank | Value Grade |
|---|---|---|---|
| Students with No Aid | $66,536 | — | — |
| All Students | $45,012 | #27 | A- |
| Only Students Receiving Aid | $35,788 | — | — |
*College Factual publishes a single overall value ranking (the All Students row). The cost rows show what each aid group pays toward the same degree.
You can also see how the average net price at SUNY Schenectady shifts with family income:
| Family Income | Avg Net Price / Year |
|---|---|
| $0–$30K | $3,091 |
| $30K–$48K | $5,310 |
| $48K–$75K | $8,474 |
| $75K–$110K | $10,837 |
| Over $110K | $12,354 |
About 70% of SUNY Schenectady undergraduates receive grant or scholarship aid, averaging $7,798 per year. Get more details on the SUNY Schenectady financial aid you may qualify for.
College Factual determines value by weighing a school’s average total cost against its educational quality, then comparing it to other schools in the same quality tier. See the SUNY Schenectady net price page for the cost detail.
Read the full Best for the Money Ranking Methodology.