Admissions

Siena University Is Now Free to Apply

When the Common Application opens August 1, undergraduate students can apply to Siena University at no cost through the Common Application or the Siena Express Application. There is no code to find, no fee waiver to request, no special time period, and no extra step required. Siena eliminated the undergraduate application fee because discovering whether a college is right for you should not come at a cost. Helping students find the right university should be about opportunity, not unnecessary barriers.

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

How to Write a College Application Essay That Stands Out

Writing a college essay can feel like a lot of pressure. Students often wonder which topics are overused, how personal they should get, and what admissions counselors actually want to learn from the essay. The good news is that you do not need a dramatic life story or a topic no one has ever chosen before. A strong college application essay gives the reader a clearer picture of who you are, how you think, and what matters to you.
English

Gift Shop Surprise

We all like to hit up the gift shop after a museum visit, but Shannon Draucker, Ph.D. saw a very special item available on her recent trip to the Met.
Center for International Programs

Saints Around the World: Prague, Czech Republic

Brianna Baylis '28 has the heart of an explorer, but there was always one problem. It's a problem she overcame for an unforgettable study abroad experience in Prague.
Computer Science

Cybersecurity Awareness Protects Saints from Phishing

A passion for cybersecurity has resulted in an independent study project designed to keep Saints safe online. Sanjuktha (Sanju) Arikatla ’27, a computer science major on the cybersecurity track, created Security for Saints, a cybersecurity awareness campaign to help Siena students and faculty better recognize phishing attempts and protect themselves online.
Computer Science

Saints Showcase Their Research in Spain

Siena Saints are offered excellent opportunities to collaborate with their professors on original research and project development. The latest success story is the presentation at an international conference of two separate papers on trauma-informed learning.