Union College in Schenectady, New York, is a selective liberal arts college with notable strengths in engineering, science, economics, political science, and interdisciplinary study. It offers a rare combination of a liberal arts ethos and ABET-accredited engineering within a small undergraduate-centered environment.
Union emphasizes undergraduate research, close advising, and global learning. Signature programs such as the Minerva Houses and strong study-abroad options create a residential experience that blends academic depth with student leadership and community life.
Students who want the intimacy of a liberal arts college along with flexibility in STEM and professional preparation often find Union especially attractive.
