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Skidmore College
Discord Server
Discord Server
Hey prospective students, join us on Discord! Our Skidmore Student Ambassadors Server is available (almost) 24/7.
Cost Calculators
Cost Calculators
We're proud to give nearly $70 million in financial aid each year. Use our calculators to estimate your potential aid package. 
Congratulations 2028!
Congratulations 2028!
Check out our schedule of upcoming in-person and virtual programs for accepted students. 

 

 

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Why Skidmore?
Allow us to introduce ourselves
A powerful curriculum. A passionate community. A pivotal career network and a phenomenal campus. And that’s only the start.

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Our promise
Access and affordability

Our holistic admissions process strives to attract, admit, and welcome students of many backgrounds and experiences, and our need-based financial aid model seeks to foster equity and inclusion. 

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Ways to visit
Explore Skidmore
The best way to find out if Skidmore is the right fit for you is to visit our gorgeous campus in person or through our various virtual experiences.

First-Year Applicants

First-Year Applicants

Review Skidmore's application requirements, including options for applying Early Decision and Regular Decision.

International Applicants

International Applicants

Learn more about what life is like as an international student at Skidmore, as well as a few unique steps you'll need to take when you apply.

Transfer applicants

Transfer applicants

Skidmore accepts transfer applicants for both the fall and spring semesters. Learn more about how to apply.

Parents and Families

Parents and Families

Parents, families and guardians play vital roles in the college search process. A big part is support, but there's a lot more to it. Learn more about how we can work together.

50%
Study abroad
90%
Live on campus
 
$56,800
Average first-year aid grant
85%
Complete at least one internship
Discord Server
Hey! Let's chat.

Current Skidmore students are waiting to answer all of your student life questions on our Discord Server. From their favorite meal (Chicken Finger Friday) to college academics, clubs, Saratoga Springs, and more – hop on and ask away!