Admission Procedures

Admission to Sage College of Albany is determined by a variety of factors: your academic record, accomplishments, co-curricular activities, motivation, creativity and your personal and professional goals. Applications for admission to Sage College of Albany are considered on a rolling basis beginning in November each year and continuing through the following summer. Admission decisions are generally communicated within one month of receipt of all required documents. Some programs may have different priority application dates. Applications should be submitted before August 1 for the fall term and December 15 for the spring term. Sage College of Albany does not discriminate on the basis of sex, race, age, marital status, creed, color, nationality, disability or sexual orientation in the educational programs or activities which it operates.

Recommended High School Courses for First Year Students

A minimum of 16 high school units is recommended -- 4 English, 4 social studies, 3 natural sciences, 3 mathematics and 2 other academic subjects. Some of our academic programs (e.g., fine arts, biology) require additional courses and demonstrated ability in specific areas.

For more details, please contact Sage College of Albany Admission Office at 1-888-VERYSAGE or (518) 292-1730 or email us at scaadm@sage.edu.

Transfer Students

The four-year academic majors at Sage College of Albany are designed as upper-level "completer" programs. Transfer students may apply for a baccalaureate completer degree in either the traditional day format or in one of our select degrees through the Sage After Work program for working adults.

Transfer students should demonstrate an ability to successfully complete college level work. Each transfer application will be evaluated on the basis of credits completed and the desired academic program. Official transfer credit evaluations will be sent after a student is accepted for admission. Sage College of Albany admits candidates on a rolling basis, with priority given to applications submitted by August 1 for the fall term and December 15 for the spring term.

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Early Admission Program

Highly qualified high school juniors or seniors can complete high school graduation requirements while beginning college study. An application, all supporting materials, along with information regarding current progress toward their high school degree and written approval from their high school Principal or Director of Guidance must be submitted to the Sage's Admission Office. An interview with the Director of Admission or Associate Director of Admission is also required.

How to Apply for Admission

Students applying to Sage College of Albany must submit:

  • A completed Application for Admission for Sage College of Albany along with a non-refundable $30 processing fee, or Apply Online. You can also click here for a downloadable application form.
  • An official high school transcript or official GED Scores. Students should have an overall cumulative grade point average of 2.5 (C+) or higher to be considered.
  • A copy of either SAT I Test Scores or ACT Test Scores. Students who graduated from high school more than five years ago do not need to submit SAT or ACT Test Scores. Transfer students do not need to submit test scores if they have completed a minimum of 15 college credits.
  • A letter of recommendation from a teacher or guidance counselor.
  • Applicants to any of the art programs must have a portfolio review by a member of the art faculty. Please see information below.
  • A personal essay and/or list of extracurricular activities will provide additional information to the admission committee. It is strongly recommended that each applicant submit additional material to support his/her candidacy.
  • A personal interview while not required is highly recommended. It is an excellent opportunity to tour campus and provide us with more information to strengthen your application to the College.
  • Transfer Students must also submit an official transcript from each post-secondary institution attended (college, university, technical, etc.). Transfer students should have an overall cumulative grade point average of 2.5 or higher to be considered.

PORTFOLIO REVIEW

For students interested in one of our Visual Arts programs, a portfolio review is required as part of the admission/acceptance process. Click here for portfolio review requirements. To schedule a portfolio review appointment please call the Admission Office, (518) 292-1730.

Re-Admission/Re-enrollment to the College

Students seeking to return to Sage College of Albany begin the process by filling out an application (online or paper). Students who left the college in good academic standing will be contacted by the Office of Admission regarding next steps and additional transcripts that may be needed. Students who were either academically dismissed or who have made special arrangements for a Leave of Absence should contact the Office of the Dean, (518) 292-1704 and/or the Office of Campus Life (518) 292-1753 to proceed.

Higher Education Opportunity Program

If you have the ability, motivation, and potential to succeed in college, the Higher Education Opportunity Program (HEOP) at SCA may be for you. This program is designed to provide academic and financial support to qualified students. In addition to providing funds to assist you with your tuition, housing, meals, books, and other expenses, HEOP will provide counseling, tutoring, developmental and supplemental instruction to support and strengthen your academic work. For more information contact the HEOP office at (518) 292-1764.

Eligibility Requirements

Frequently Asked Admission Questions

For a complete list of frequently asked admission questions please download the attached document. Sage FAQ

International Students

International students interested in applying to Sage must submit an application for admission directly to the Office of Admission along with official academic credentials from all institutions they have attended. In addition, students are expected to submit a letter of recommendation, and official TOEFL scores for applicants whose native language is not English. Proof of financial support is required by completing the Sage College of Albany International Financial Statement to verify that the applicant has access to sufficient financial resources to attend the college. Financial assistance is not available to international students.

 

For More Information:

Admission Office
Sage College of Albany
140 New Scotland Avenue
Albany, NY 12208
Administration Building First Floor
1-888-VERYSAGE or (518) 292-1730
scaadm@sage.edu

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