Skidmore College
Skidmore College's campus is located on the northern edge of Saratoga Springs, New York. The modern campus was built in the late 1960s. Skidmore students are known for their creative energy and a strong focus on the liberal arts. A distinctive feature is the college's commitment to the "Creative Thought" curriculum, encouraging interdisciplinary learning.
Financial Aid
The sticker price is rarely what families actually pay. Skidmore College's grant and scholarship aid lowers the net price for most income brackets. 14% of students receive Pell Grants; 34% take federal loans.
Average net price across income brackets is $25,238, roughly 61% lower than the published tuition.
Net Price by Family Income
Academic Year 2025| Income Bracket | Avg Net Price | 4-Year Net Cost |
|---|---|---|
| $0 – $30K | $20,906 | $83,624 |
| $30K – $48K | $15,994 | $63,976 |
| $48K – $75K | $17,308 | $69,232 |
| $75K – $110K | $25,470 | $101,880 |
| $110K+ | $46,513 | $186,052 |
| Sticker price (no aid) | $65,030 | $260,120 |
Programs at Skidmore College
10 degree programs ranked by DegreeOutlook Score. Click any program for AI scenario analysis and 10-year earnings projections.
| Degree Program | DW Score | 1-yr Earnings | AI Risk | ROI |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Business Compare across schools → |
57
|
$54,378/yr | High | 1.9x |
| Political Science Compare across schools → |
37
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$42,756/yr | Very High | 1.1x |
| Biology Compare across schools → |
34
|
$39,235/yr | High | 0.5x |
| Romance Languages Compare across schools → |
32
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$40,204/yr | Very High | 0.5x |
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31
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$35,128/yr | High | 0.4x |
| Fine Arts Compare across schools → |
26
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$30,480/yr | Moderate | 1.4x |
| Psychology Compare across schools → |
25
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$29,107/yr | High | 1.5x |
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22
|
$30,632/yr | High | 0.2x |
| Theater & Drama Compare across schools → |
22
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$16,417/yr | Moderate | -0.4x |
| English Compare across schools → |
16
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$26,058/yr | Very High | 1.0x |