Skidmore Academic Snapshot
Admission Selectiveness:
- Admission Rate: 21.05%. Very selective, indicating a competitive admission process.
- SAT Average: 1390. Above average SAT scores, indicating competitive applicants.
Tuition Overview:
- Tuition: $67,140
- Tuition rates are on the higher end, which may reflect the institution's resources or prestige.
Student Population at Skidmore:
- Total Enrollment: 2,704
- All Undergraduate
- Gender Distribution: 40.2% men, 59.8% women.
- This is a small institution, fostering a close-knit community and individualized attention.
Graduation & Retention Rate
- Graduation Rate: 83%. High graduation rate, indicating strong student support and academic success.
- Transfer-Out Rate: 13%. Some students transfer out, which is common in higher education.
- First-Year Retention Rate: 90%. Excellent retention, indicating students are satisfied and supported.
Programs & Degrees Offered
- Programs Offered: 41 academic programs available.
- Degrees Awarded: Bachelor's.
Skidmore Overview
Skidmore College (Skidmore) is a four-year, private (not-for-profit) school located in Saratoga Springs, NY. It is classified as Baccalaureate College - Arts & Sciences by Carnegie Classification
The Skidmore's tuition & fees is $67,140 for the academic year 2024-2025. 57% of the enrolled undergraduates have received grants or scholarships, with an average aid amount of $52,323.
The school has a total enrollment of 2,704 and the students to faculty ratio is 8 to 1 (12.50%).
Skidmore's acceptance rate is 21.05% and the yield (enrollment rate) is 26.61%. The median SAT score is 1390 and the ACT score is 32.
Skidmore ranked 42nd in Liberal Arts Colleges and 16th in New York Colleges rankings. Skidmore College is accredited by Middle States Commission on Higher Education.
2025 Tuition & Fees and 2026 Estimation
For undergraduate programs, the 2025 tuition & fees of Skidmore College is $67,140.
The estimated 2026 tuition & fees for prospective students is $69,479 based on the current year tuition changes from last year.
The estimation for 2025-2026 tuition costs is based on the cost change rates of last year.
Learning Opportunities and Campus Services
Skidmore College does not offer online classes (distance learning opportunities) for any degree program.
Special Learning Opportunities at Skidmore
| Learning Opportunities |
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| ROTC | No |
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| Weekend/Evening College | No |
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| Teacher Certification | Yes |
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| Study Abroad | Yes |
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| On-Campus Services |
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| Academic/career counseling service | Yes |
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| Employment services for students | Yes |
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| Placement services for completers | Yes |
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| On-campus day care for students' children | No |
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