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Siena University Scores High in Independent Rankings

Siena University has received recognition from two independent sources that measure the reputation and financial health of the nation’s colleges and universities. Money gave Siena 4.5 stars out of five (the second highest ranking) in its 2026 Best Colleges in America ratings, while Open School rated Siena in its top category as “Healthy,” finding it one of most financially resilient universities in New York state.
Admissions, Graduate Admissions

What If Earning a High-Quality MBA Didn't Require Putting Your Life on Hold?

Most graduate programs force an impossible choice: sacrifice your life for an in-person degree, or sacrifice real human connection for a sterile online portal. Siena’s MBA rejects that compromise. We built a program for professionals who want the tech-forward agility of modern business without losing the power of real relationships. Here, you aren't an anonymous student ID completing modules in isolation—you are part of a tight-knit, values-driven community engineered to elevate your career from day one.
Admissions

How to Choose a College That Prepares You for Your Career

Choosing a college means thinking about what you will study, where you will live, and what kind of community you want to join. It also means considering how your college experience will prepare you for life after graduation. The right college will help you explore your interests, connect classroom learning to the real world, and graduate prepared for what comes next.
Alumni

Dake Family & Stewart’s Shops Give $1M to Siena University

Siena University has received a transformational, student-focused gift of $1 million from Stewart’s Shops and the Dake family. This gift will provide equity of experience for generations of Saints. The Stewart’s and Dake Family Opportunity Fund is a direct investment in Siena students, providing them with expanded access to the full breadth of the Siena education.

In the Footsteps of Saints

The concept of servant leadership is a powerful pillar of Siena University’s mission. To fully immerse themselves in its tenets, a group of Saints studied them for a semester then walked in the footsteps of the real-life saints who inspired them.
Admissions

Undecided About Your College Major? Why Starting Exploratory at Siena is Your Biggest Advantage

It’s one of the most common questions high school seniors get asked: “So, what are you going to major in?” If you don’t have an instant answer, take a deep breath. At Siena University, being undecided isn’t viewed as falling behind- it’s an experience. With Siena’s flexible Liberal Arts Core Curriculum, knowledgeable faculty mentors, and hands-on learning opportunities, starting out undecided gives you the freedom to test different fields before committing to the one that feels right for you. Here are some tips and tricks for navigating your path and making the most of being an undecided student.
Admissions, Graduate Admissions

More Than a Name: Getting to Know Your Siena Grad School Professors

At Siena, graduate students build relationships with professors who know their goals and care about where they’re headed. Hear from recent graduates about the conversations, encouragement, and sense of community they found, including in online programs.
Center for International Programs

Saints Around the World: Cork, Ireland

As she explores the Irish countryside with her new classmates and friends, Angela DeGennaro '28 keeps returning to the same thought –"I'm so grateful I get to do this."

An Old Family Recipe for New Family and Friends

National Hispanic Heritage Month began on September 15 and runs through the middle of October. Valeria Zaruma '27 , who is a community assistant (CA) in the MacClosky Square townhouses, wanted to do something special for her residents connected to her Ecuadorian heritage. Her experience as a CA has taught her that nothing brings people together like food.
Philosophy

Walking with a Purpose

Nora Boyd, Ph.D., professor of philosophy, observed her 40th trip around the sun by taking part in the first day of the Women’s Water Walk. This walking protest and prayer event is being held September 19 through October 4, and traces 108 miles of the route for the proposed Constitution Pipeline. Participants of all ages and genders are welcome to take part.
Academics

Saint Francis of Assisi: Artist of Life

The Siena community assembled on September 24 to commemorate the 800th anniversary of the death of St. Francis of Assisi and to cherish the movement he inspired.

The Caring University

The Council of Independent Colleges (CIC) offers an annual workshop for a small cohort of faculty from around the country who have demonstrated a commitment to inclusive leadership. This year, a Siena faculty member was selected to take part.

Your January Adventure Awaits

Does studying abroad appeal to you, but you’re not sure if you want to be away from Siena and your friends for an entire semester? There’s a great solution.