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The SUNY Adirondack advantage

SUNY Adirondack has all the resources of the nation's largest public higher education system, with support only a small, connected community can provide.

Your future begins here

With more than 40 degree and certificate programs, and direct transfer agreements with top colleges and universities, SUNY Adirondack offers students a high-quality education for incredible value, whether pursuing a career or taking that first step toward an advanced degree. 

Faculty members at SUNY Adirondack have the credentials to teach anywhere, but choose to be part of a team of dedicated educators building the future of upstate New York one student at a time. Support is critical to the educational experience at the college. With structured classes and one-on-one guidance and mentoring, our faculty lead students through the academic process and into the future.

Whether you are looking to enter a career field directly after graduation or advance to earn a bachelor’s degree at one of our partner colleges, SUNY Adirondack offers choices to give you a competitive edge.

The power of SUNY

When you come to Adirondack, you’re not just a student here. You’re tapping into the power of the largest system of public higher education in the nation — The State University of New York.

SUNY comprises 64 campuses, including community colleges, research universities, medical centers, liberal arts colleges, agricultural and technical institutes, and an online learning network.

Go anywhere

Earning an associate degree at SUNY Adirondack, then transferring to earn a bachelor's degree is a smart decision. Your time with us saves money, ensures you're ready to perform at the academic level necessary to succeed in college and serves as a transition from high school to larger universities.

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Connections

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My connections are rooted in SUNY Adirondack and I love that."

Katelyn Kuklinkski Natural resources planner at New York State Department of Environmental Conservation's Research Foundation 2016