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Skidmore College

Saratoga Springs, NY·Private nonprofit·2,760 students
Last updated: March 22, 2026

A good fit for competitive applicants and students who prefer a mid-size campus. no major red flags in the data. solid earnings of $57,000 within 10 years; strong 82% graduation rate.

23%
Accept
2,760
Students
$34,581
Net Price
82%
Grad Rate
$57,000
Earnings
10 yr
$15,000
Debt

About This School

Skidmore College is a private nonprofit institution located in Saratoga Springs, New York with approximately 2,760 undergraduate students enrolled. The school is moderately selective, accepting approximately 23% of applicants. The average net price after financial aid is $34,581 per year. The graduation rate is 82%, and the typical graduate earns $57,000 within 10 years of enrollment.

Skidmore College is a private liberal arts college in Saratoga Springs, New York. Approximately 2,700 students are enrolled at Skidmore pursuing a Bachelor of Arts or Bachelor of Science degree in one of more than 60 areas of study.

This is a strong option for students who want a genuine liberal arts experience in a genuinely appealing location — Saratoga Springs is a real asset, not just a backdrop. The 82% graduation rate and low median debt of $15,000 are encouraging signs, and an 89% freshman retention rate suggests students are largely happy once they arrive. The main concern worth discussing: median earnings of $57,000 at the 10-year mark are solid but not exceptional for a school with a $34,581 annual net price tag, so students should think carefully about field of study and career planning, not just the college experience itself.

Founded
1903
Setting
Small suburb

Popular Programs

Business & Marketing17%
Social Sciences16%
Psychology13%
Biological Sciences11%
Visual & Performing Arts11%
English5%
Physical Sciences4%
Computer Science3%

Percentage of degrees awarded. Source: College Scorecard.

Notable Alumni

Jon BernthalLake BellZazie BeetzEddie CahillAriana RichardsJustin HenryRya KihlstedtKristina AnapauMichael ZegenKelly CurtisSallie W. ChisholmJane Roberts

Source: Wikidata. Used for context only.

Admissions

SAT Scores

Average Composite1388
Reading 75th %ile730
Math 75th %ile730

ACT Scores

Midpoint Composite31

Cost & Financial Aid

In-State Tuition
$65,030
Out-of-State Tuition
$65,030
Avg Net Price
$34,581
after aid

Financial Aid

Students receiving Pell Grants14%
Median debt at graduation$15,000

Full Cost

After Graduation

Graduation Rate
82%
within 6 years
Retention Rate
89%
freshmen returning
Earnings (10 yr)
$57,000
after enrollment
Median Debt
$15,000
at graduation

Will This School Pay Off?

Median Debt
$15,000
at graduation
Earnings (6 yr)
$41,900
after enrollment
Earnings (10 yr)
$57,000
after enrollment
Earnings-to-Debt Ratio: 3.8x

Strong return. Graduates earn well above their debt load.

Earnings data from the U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard. These are means across all graduates, not specific to any major.

Student Body

White64%
Black4%
Hispanic/Latino10%
Asian6%

Source: U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard (2,760 undergraduates).

Contact & Location

Address

Skidmore College

815 N Broadway

Saratoga Springs, NY 12866

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Sources & Methodology

Data

Primary data source: U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard. Accessed via automated sync. Latest values may come from different reporting years depending on the metric.

Contextual Enrichment

School overview from Wikipedia. Used for context only, not as a primary data source for admissions, cost, or outcomes claims.

Important Caveats
  • Earnings figures are institution-level averages, not major-specific.
  • Some metrics are based on Title IV financial aid recipients only.
  • Some values may be privacy-suppressed or rolled up by the Department of Education.
  • Contact the school directly for current admissions requirements and costs.
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