Skidmore College

(Saratoga Springs, NY)

Skidmore College is a small liberal arts institution located in the scenic, historical town of Saratoga Springs, New York. With an emphasis on innovation and collaboration, Skidmore provides students with a truly transformative college experience where they can put academic theory and creative expression into practice.

The college offers majors in nearly 70 different academic disciplines, including both traditional and non-traditional subject matters. The student-faculty ratio of 9:1 allows each student to receive a personalized learning experience and form meaningful relationships with their professors and peers alike. Students also enjoy an energized campus life featuring a dynamic arts community and more than 100 student clubs and organizations.

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Will I be guaranteed on-campus housing?
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    Yes, on-campus housing is guaranteed for all four years. Skidmore is very much a residential campus, and just around 90% of students live on campus.
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Do the nearby businesses employ college students?
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    Hi Samantha, Yes! The businesses in downtown Saratoga Springs and the surrounding area have always worked with Skidmore College students for everything from seasonal employment to internships. Check out the Career Services page (http://cms.skidmore.edu/career/index.cfm) for more information about job opportunities in the area. Hope that helps!

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Congratulations to Emily Lazar '93--her work with the band Foo Fighters has earned her a grammy nomination!

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Some of current students got together with other colleges in area yesterday to tweet tips about the admissions process and college life. Check them out here. What'd we forget?!

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