Year after year, students choose Siena College because they want an education that isn't just about textbooks and homework assignments. They want an education that prepares them for life; an experience that makes them wise beyond their years and sends them out into the world with a degree that employers respect. How do we provide them with such an experience? What sets Siena apart from other colleges?

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Calling all high school seniors! Now that the holidays are over, it’s time to get back to those college applications. This is a friendly reminder that regular admissions applications for Siena College are due February 15—just over a month away.

Still haven’t completed your college application essay and feeling really…stumped? There’s nothing worse than staring at a blank computer screen, knowing your deadline is fast approaching. But don’t let a case of writer’s block deter you from getting your applications in on time. Here’s our latest roundup of quick tips, this time from people who write for a living (or have to write a lot), to help you get over your loss of words and start typing.

Thinking about majoring in English but aren’t sure “what you’d do with it?” It’s a question we get asked often—by students and their parents—so we can tell that the idea of getting a degree in English makes some people nervous. But we say: Turn that hesitation into a deep breath, and then a sigh of relief. Haven’t you heard? English majors are the hot new hires. Read on.

Haven’t been to campus yet? November offers plenty of perfect opportunities to stop by our home in Loudonville, New York. Join a group information session or plan a Veterans Day visit. On November 11, you can join a student ambassador for a personal tour experience where you’ll visit classrooms, labs, residence halls, athletic facilities, the library and a dining hall. (And remember, we also offer admission visits and interviews every weekday.)

This past month, the deans of our three schools stepped up to the mic and hosted live chats with current students and alums to answer questions from prospective students like you. They responded to all kinds of digitally submitted inquiries, like… “Is there a class size cap and are classes taught by professors or TAs?” “What do you do if you know what profession in science you want, but you’re not exactly strong in science?”  “How are advisors assigned and do students generally keep them for all four years?”

Didn’t make it to a group information session last month? No worries. There are plenty of opportunities in October to visit campus, hear from the Office of Admissions about Siena College and take a tour. Here are the next few. (And if you have already visited campus, consider coming back on one of our Revisit Days for a more personalized experience!)

We know how much you love learning about colleges from admissions officers (right?!), but it’s definitely worth it to take any opportunity you can to hear from others at the schools you’re interested in. Students. Alumni. Even deans. They see all, know all and genuinely want prospective students to feel comfortable chatting with them. Plus, their perspectives can enlighten you on aspects of that school you didn’t even know to ask about, and ultimately, may help you put more ‘pros’ on the big list of where to apply. So! Now’s your chance to hear from our deans.

Our group information sessions give prospective students the chance to hear from the Office of Admissions about Siena College and the financial aid process, and tour the campus with a student. Want to come to the next one?

The best way to determine if a college is right for you? Go visit! Siena’s next open house is going to be our best one yet. You’ll get to meet admission staff and current students, enjoy a personalized schedule, attend a Special Programs and Student Activity Fair and much more.