Overview
Siena College is a accessible private four-year institution in Loudonville, New York. The school accepts 80.4% of applicants and enrolls 3,447 students.
Admission Statistics
- Acceptance Rate
- 80.4%
- Average SAT
- 1,158
- SAT Range (25th–75th)
- 1,045–1,270
- ACT Composite (avg)
- 27
- Total Enrollment
- 3,447
Your Chances by SAT Score
Your score is above the 75th percentile. You are a competitive applicant.
Your score falls within the middle 50% of admitted students.
Your score is below the 25th percentile. Other parts of your application will need to stand out.
Admission Guide
You can apply to Siena College through the Common Application or directly through the school's website, with a regular decision deadline of February 15 and an early decision option with a November 15 deadline. The application requires your high school transcript, one letter of recommendation, and either SAT or ACT scores, though Siena has adopted a test-optional policy for most programs.
Several programs maintain more competitive admission standards despite the college's overall accessibility. The nursing program requires a separate application with specific prerequisite courses and higher academic standards. Business programs, particularly accounting and finance, also review applications more selectively given their strong job placement rates and alumni networks in the Northeast.
Housing fills up quickly at Siena, so submit your enrollment deposit and housing application as soon as you decide to attend. First-year students must live on campus unless they commute from home within a 30-mile radius. The college assigns roommates through a detailed questionnaire system, and you can request specific residence halls when you apply for housing.
Financial aid decisions typically arrive with acceptance letters, but you need to file the FAFSA by February 15 to receive maximum consideration for need-based aid. Siena offers merit scholarships that don't require separate applications but are awarded based on your admission application strength.
The campus sits on a hill overlooking the Hudson River Valley, about 15 minutes from downtown Albany. You don't need a car as a first-year student since dining and most activities happen on the compact campus, but having one becomes more useful in later years for internships and off-campus jobs in Albany's business district.
What It Costs If You Get In
- Average Net Price
- $32,697/yr
- Tuition (in-state)
- $44,405
- Students Receiving Aid
- 23%
After You Graduate
- Graduation Rate (6-year)
- 75.8%
- Median Earnings (10yr)
- $76,079/yr
- Freshman Retention Rate
- 84.3%
Frequently Asked Questions
Does Siena College require SAT or ACT scores for admission?
Siena College is test-optional, meaning you can choose whether to submit SAT or ACT scores with your application.
When is the application deadline for Siena College?
Siena College has a rolling admissions policy with a priority deadline of March 1 for fall admission. Applications submitted after this date are reviewed on a space-available basis.
Does Siena College offer early decision or early action?
Siena College offers Early Decision I (November 15 deadline) and Early Decision II (January 15 deadline) for binding admission commitments. Early Action is available with a December 1 deadline.
What are the transfer requirements for Siena College?
Transfer students need a minimum 2.5 GPA from previous college work. Students with fewer than 30 college credits must also submit high school transcripts.