Skidmore College
Skidmore College is a renowned private institution founded in 1903 and ranks #38 in the 2024 edition of Best Colleges for National Liberal Arts Colleges. With a total undergraduate enrollment of 2,758 and a sprawling 890-acre campus, it offers a vibrant academic environment.
The college follows a semester-based academic calendar and encourages freshmen to immerse themselves in the First Year Experience Program, which includes introductory Scribner Seminars and the option for select freshmen to spend a semester in London. Skidmore's unique academic approach allows students to choose from about 50 majors or design their programs. All students, regardless of major, engage in science and mathematics courses.
Outside the classroom, the Thoroughbreds, Skidmore's sports teams, compete in the NCAA Division III Liberty League. The campus location in Saratoga Springs, N.Y. provides access to diverse activities, from experiencing the local culture to outdoor adventures. With an emphasis on faculty-student research collaboration and notable alumni achievements in various fields, Skidmore College offers a rich and holistic learning experience.
DETAILED INFORMATION:
- Founded: 1903
- Phone: +1 518-580-5000
- Cost: $31,553 / year
- Students: 2,655 Undergrads
- Address: 815 North Broadway Saratoga Springs, NY
- Website: https://www.skidmore.edu/
- Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/SkidmoreCollege
- Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/skidmorecollege/
- YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/user/SkidmoreCollege
Ranking:
- Best Liberal Arts Colleges in America: 41 of 309
- Best Small Colleges in America: 43 of 968
- Best Colleges for Kinesiology and Physical Therapy in America: 46 of 591
