Affiliation/Articulation Agreements with 2-Year Institutions
Siena College has developed affiliation agreements with Hudson Valley Community College, Adirondack Community College, and Ulster County Community College. The School of Science also has an affiliation agreement with Schenectady County Community College and SUNY-Cobleskill. Under the terms of these agreements, students who complete the programs outlined in the Community Colleges’ catalogs and maintain the standards prescribed by the Coordinator of Transfer Admissions and the Dean of the appropriate School at Siena will be admitted to the College. Under ordinary circumstances, these students will be able to complete the requirements for a bachelor’s degree in two years.
The Social Work Department has articulation agreements with Hudson Valley Community College and with Schenectady County Community College, describing courses of study in their Human Services majors which will transfer into Siena’s Bachelor of Arts in Social Work program. For more information, contact the Chair of Social Work at Siena College.
SUNY Cobleskill, Siena College, and Upstate Medical University offer an eight-year continuum leading to the M.D. Degree. This program has been implemented to address the shortage of rural physicians. Contact SUNY Cobleskill for more information.
Students interested in further information about these programs should consult with the Coordinator of Transfer Admissions or the Assistant to the Dean of the appropriate School at Siena College.
Business Management Programs
Clarkson University
Siena College and the School of Business at Clarkson University have cooperated in establishing a 4/1 program that enables the student to earn the undergraduate degree and the MBA in five years. Through careful advisement, students may plan their undergraduate programs to include certain approved foundation courses that serve as preparation for graduate work in management. A Siena graduate meeting the program requirements and Clarkson’s standards for admission will be accepted into the MBA program at Clarkson. Students interested in pursuing either program should consult with the Assistant Dean in the School of Business.
Pace University Lubin School of Business - MBA
Siena College and the Lubin School of Business at Pace University have cooperated in establishing a 4/1 program that enables the student to earn the undergraduate degree and the MBA in five years. Through careful advisement, students may plan their undergraduate programs to include certain approved foundation courses that serve as preparation for graduate work in management. A Siena graduate meeting the program requirements and Lubin’s standards for admission will be accepted into the Lubin MBA Program. Students interested in pursuing such a program should consult with the Assistant Dean in the School of Business.
Pace University - MS in Information Systems
Siena College and the School of Computer Science and Information Systems at Pace University have cooperated in establishing a 4/1 program that enables the student to earn the undergraduate degree and the MS in five years. Through careful advisement, students may plan their undergraduate programs to include certain approved foundation courses that serve as preparation for graduate work in computer science and information systems. A Siena graduate meeting the program requirements and Pace’s standards for admission will be accepted into the MS program at Pace. Students interested in pursuing such a program should consult with the Assistant Dean in the School of Business.
St. John’s University
Siena College and The Peter J. Tobin College of Business at St. John’s University have cooperated in establishing a 4/1 program that enables the undergraduate accounting student to earn their undergraduate degree and the M.S. in Accountancy or M.S. in Taxation in five years. This arrangement provides the student with a background for advanced professional placement in accounting and satisfies the educational requirements for certification as a CPA in the State of New York. Through careful advisement, the student may plan their undergraduate program to include the necessary courses that serve as preparation for graduate work. A Siena graduate meeting the program requirements and St. John’s University admissions standards will be accepted into the M.S. in Accountancy or M.S. in Taxation program. Students interested in pursuing either program should consult with the Assistant Dean in the School of Business.
Union Graduate College
Siena College and Union Graduate College have cooperated in establishing a 4/1 program that enables the student to earn the undergraduate degree and MBA in five years. Through careful advisement, students may plan their undergraduate programs to include certain approved foundation courses that serve as preparation for graduate work in management. A Siena graduate meeting the program requirements and The Graduate College’s standards for admission will be accepted into the MBA program at Union Graduate College. Students interested in pursuing such a program should consult with the Assistant Dean in the School of Business.
Université Laval
Siena College and the School of Business at Université Laval have cooperated in establishing a program that enables the student to earn an internationally recognized MBA degree. This arrangement provides the student with a unique curricular focus in international business in a bilingual environment. Depending on the specialization chosen and its format, the program can be completed in 12 to 24 months. A Siena graduate meeting the program requirements and Laval’s standards for admission will be accepted into the Laval MBA program. Students interested in pursuing such a program should consult with the Assistant Dean in the School of Business and the Center for International Programs.
University at Albany, SUNY - MBA
Siena College and the School of Business at The University at Albany, SUNY have cooperated in establishing an arrangement that enables the undergraduate student to waive up to ten credits toward The University at Albany, SUNY full-time or part-time M.B.A. program. Through careful advisement, the student may plan their undergraduate program to include the necessary courses that serve as preparation for graduate work. A Siena graduate meeting the program requirements and The University at Albany, SUNY admissions standards will be accepted into the full-time or part-time M.B.A. program. Students interested in pursuing either program should consult with the Assistant Dean in the School of Business.
MS in Professional Accountancy, MS in Accounting Information Systems, MS in Taxation
Siena College and the School of Business at The University at Albany, SUNY have cooperated in establishing a 4/1 program that enables the undergraduate accounting student to earn their undergraduate degree and the M.S. in Professional Accountancy, or M.S. in Accounting Information Systems, or M.S. in Taxation in five years. This arrangement provides the student with a background for advanced professional placement in accounting and satisfies the educational requirements for certification as a CPA in the State of New York. Through careful advisement, the student may plan their undergraduate program to include the necessary courses that serve as preparation for graduate work. A Siena graduate meeting the program requirements and The University at Albany, SUNY admissions standards will be accepted into the M.S. in Professional Accountancy, or M.S. in Accounting Information Systems, or M.S. in Taxation program. Students interested in pursuing one of these programs should consult with the Assistant Dean in the School of Business.
Engineering Programs
Clarkson Graduate School
This program enables a Siena undergraduate student pursuing a B.S. in Physics, Environmental Science, Computer Science, or Mathematics to complete a CGS M.S. degree in Electrical Engineering, Energy Systems, or Engineering and Management Systems in one additional year (depending on their course load) after completing their Siena undergraduate degree.
Siena undergraduate students must apply for and be granted admission to Clarkson Graduate School no later than the end of the fall term of their senior year. Students are encouraged to apply as early as the end of their sophomore year to facilitate appropriate undergraduate course selection at Siena and graduate course selection at Clarkson Graduate School. A cumulative grade point average of 3.0 is expected for most programs. Acceptance into a program may enable students to apply up to three Clarkson Graduate School 500-level graduate courses for credit in fulfillment of their undergraduate degree at Siena and their graduate degree at Clarkson Graduate School, depending upon their program of study. Siena students have the option to not matriculate with Clarkson Graduate School, and the graduate courses taken will still apply to their BS degree at Siena. Students wishing to apply shall complete the application for admission to Clarkson Graduate School, School of Engineering and Computer Science. Only students that have met the acceptance criteria can register for Clarkson Graduate School courses (see registration form). Registration requires both Siena and CGS advisor approvals.
3/2 Engineering
Siena participates with Rensselaer Polytechnic Institute, Clarkson University, Manhattan College, SUNY-Binghamton and Western New England College in a cooperative science engineering program. The program is a combined five-year sequence which leads to a B.S. degree in chemistry, computer science, physics or mathematics from Siena and a B.E. degree in aeronautical, biomedical, civil, chemical, electrical, industrial, materials, mechanical or nuclear engineering at one of the six cooperating schools. (Not all of these disciplines are available at all of the engineering schools and some additional specialties and variations are available at individual institutions.) A student will attend Siena for the first three years majoring in chemistry, computer science, physics, or math-science. Upon the successful completion of the third year with a clearly demonstrated potential of success in engineering and the recommendation of the Dean of Science, such students would transfer into an engineering program at one of these cooperating colleges.
Upon completion of the fourth year, Siena will award a B.S. degree in the appropriate discipline. The student is awarded the B.E. degree at the successful completion of the fifth year. Since available space may occasionally limit the number of applicants accepted in a specific area, students should apply early for transfer and maintain flexibility. To ensure proper course selection, all students should consult both their academic advisor and the 3/2 Engineering Coordinator, Dr. John Cummings, at least once each semester.
A complete description of these cooperative programs (requirements and process and forms) is available with the Siena School of Science, Office of the Dean, and Siena Registrar Office.
Law School Programs
Albany Law School
Siena College and Albany Law School have cooperated in establishing a 4/3 Early Admission Program that will accept applications from students either prior to the start of the freshman year or after the freshman year. Students admitted to the program will be guaranteed admission to Albany Law School upon attainment of their bachelor’s degree provided they have satisfied the criteria specified for remaining in the program, which include maintaining a 3.2 GPA during the first three years and a 3.3 cumulative GPA by the end of the senior year. Students interested in the program should consult with the Pre-Law advisor.
Elizabeth Haub School of Law (Pace University Law School)
Siena College and Elizabeth Haub School of Law have cooperated in establishing a 4/3 Early Admission Program that will accept applications from students either prior to the start of the freshman year or after the freshman year. Students admitted to the program will be guaranteed admission to Pace Law School upon graduation from Siena College provided the academic standards are met. These include maintaining a 3.20 GPA during the first three years and a 155 on the LSAT. Students interested in the program should consult with the Pre-Law Advisor, Dr. Leonard Cutler.
Western New England University School of Law
Siena College and Western New England University School of Law have cooperated in establishing a 4/3 Early Admission Program that will accept applications from students prior to the start of their freshman year or after the freshman year. Students admitted to the program will be guaranteed admission to Western New England University School of Law, upon graduation from Siena College and provided the academic standards are met. These include maintaining a 3.30 GPA during the Sophomore, Junior, and Senior years, achieving an established score on the LSAT, a personal interview with a professional admissions staff member, and satisfying character and fitness standards established by Western New England College of Law. Final decisions on acceptance will be made in the first semester of the student’s senior year.
Students interested in either program should consult with the Pre-Law Advisor, Dr. Leonard Cutler.
Reserve Officer Training Corps (ROTC) Air Force/Navy
Students who are interested in Air Force or Naval ROTC may cross-enroll in these programs through the Department of Air and Space Studies or the Department of Naval Science at Rensselaer Polytechnic Institute. Details on these programs is available at http://www.rpi.edu/academics/rotc.html.
Social Work Masters Programs
Siena B.A. in Social Work Program/Adelphi University Masters in Social Work Program (advanced standing). The Adelphi University School of Social Work will grant graduating seniors from the Siena College Social Work Program priority consideration for admission into the Advanced Standing Component of the M.S.W. Program, at the Hudson Valley Center located in Poughkeepsie, NY. This evening / weekend program offers a unique option for Siena graduates, especially those that must continue to be employed while pursuing their MSW degree. To be considered for early admission, in addition to meeting all other general admission criteria, students must have at least a B average overall and a minimum 3.0 in the major, a commitment to social justice, and the concern, caring, and maturity necessary to be a helping professional. Applicants must be strongly recommended by the Siena College Social Work Program Director and/or the Coordinator of Field Education. The recommended deadline for applications to Adelphi’s early admissions track is mid-to-late March.
All accepted students will be actively considered for the full range of financial aid that they may qualify for and that may be available including scholarships, loans, and other possible resources.
Siena B.A. in Social Work Program/Fordham University Masters in Social Work Degree Program (Advanced Standing)
The Fordham University Graduate School of Social Service will accept graduating seniors from the Siena College Social Work Program for early admission into the Advanced Standing Component of the M.S.W. Program. To be considered for early admission, in addition to meeting all other general admission criteria, students must have at least a B average overall and a minimum of 3.0 in the major, a commitment to social justice, and the concern, caring, and maturity necessary to be a helping professional. Applicants must be strongly recommended by the Siena College Social Work Program Director and/or the Coordinator of Field Education. The majority of the student’s field placement work must be in direct practice. Deadline for submission of applications for the early admissions track of The Fordham University Graduate School of Social Science M.S.W. Degree Program is March 15 of each academic year. The Fordham University Graduate School of Social Service will set aside two places for Siena Social Work graduates in the entering Advanced Standing class each year. This does not, however, preclude the acceptance of more than two qualified students, should more students wish to apply.
Fordham University Graduate School of Social Service will provide a scholarship to one Siena College graduating Social Work student who is admitted through the early admission decision track ($4,000. annually, $2,000 per semester). The scholarship recipient must convey a commitment to working with an oppressed population as demonstrated through fieldwork and letters of recommendation. Scholarships will also be provided to any students who demonstrate financial need. All accepted students will be actively considered for the full range of financial aid that they may qualify for and that may be available including scholarships, loans, and other possible resources.
Siena B.A. in Social Work Program/Syracuse University Masters in Social Work Degree Program (Advanced Standing)
Syracuse University School of Social Work will accept graduating seniors from the Siena College Social Work Program for early admission into the Advanced Standing Component of the M.S.W. Program. To be considered for early admission, in addition to meeting all other general admission criteria, students must have at least a minimum overall G.P.A. of 3.0 as well as a minimum G.P.A. of 3.0 in the major, a commitment to social justice and positive social change, and a respect and appreciation for human diversity. Applicants must be strongly recommended by the Siena College B.S.W. Program Director. Deadline for submission of applications for the early admissions track of the Syracuse University School of Social Work M.S.W. Degree Program is February 15 of each academic year. An admission decision will be rendered by March 15. The Syracuse University Graduate School of Social Work will set aside two places for Siena Social Work graduates in the entering Advanced Standing class each year. This does not, however, preclude the acceptance of more than two qualified students, should more students wish to apply. There is no limit on the number of students who can apply for early admission.
Syracuse University Graduate School of Social Work will provide, to up to two students who are admitted through the early admission decision track, scholarship awards (equivalent to at least twelve credits for the academic year to be distributed between the fall and spring semester). Scholarship recipients must demonstrate activity in advancing the profession’s agenda in social justice and/or human diversity and must be strongly recommended by the Siena College Social Work Program Director. Demonstrated financial need as well as academic merit will be considered in the award process. Early notification of scholarship awards is guaranteed to up to two students who have been selected for scholarship awards, provided that they meet the early admission decision deadline. Other early decision applicants will receive notification regarding whether or not they qualify for scholarship funds at a later date. All accepted students will be actively considered for the full range of financial aid that they may qualify for and that may be available including scholarships, loans, and other possible resources.
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