
807 Union Street, Schenectady, NY 12308-2311, USA


Union College-New York demonstrates an impressive overall graduation rate of 85%, placing it within the top 10% of institutions nationwide. This strong performance is mirrored among both male and female students, with men graduating at a rate of 83% and women slightly higher at 87%, each categorized as very high and ranking similarly in the top decile. The college also reports a notably high four-year graduation rate of 75%, suggesting that a significant majority of students complete their degrees within the traditional timeframe. Furthermore, its six-year graduation rate matches the overall rate at 85%, confirming consistent long-term student success. Retention rates remain robust as well, with 89% of students continuing from their first to second year, a figure that ranks within the top 20% and indicates strong institutional support for student persistence.
Graduates of Union College-New York experience varying earning potentials depending on their chosen fields of study. Among the degrees with reported earnings, Mechanical Engineering stands out with an average income of $63,637, reflecting strong professional opportunities in engineering disciplines. Economics is another field offering relatively high financial returns, with graduates earning around $50,348 on average.
Degrees in Political Science and Government and Geological and Earth Sciences/Geosciences yield moderate earnings of $42,375 and $39,796 respectively, indicating solid prospects in social sciences and natural sciences. Liberal Arts and Sciences, General Studies and Humanities graduates earn approximately $41,903, suggesting diverse but stable career paths.
Fields related to psychology also demonstrate notable earning potential, with Psychology, General graduates earning $36,157, closely matched by Biology, General majors with $36,171. Neurobiology and Neurosciences show a somewhat lower average income of $31,476, yet still represent growing areas of study.
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Job bank on campus
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Computer and Information Sciences and Support Services
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