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Yes! Days

All accepted (or already enrolled!) members of the Class of 2030 are invited to experience their best day yet at Skidmore.

 

Good vibes all around

YES! Days are designed for discovery and imagining all the things you might say "yes" to learning or experiencing while at Skidmore. Join us and we promise: 

  • Nice people and positive vibes (it's kind of our thing)
  • Candid panels about academic and student life 
  • Face-to-face time with professors and offices such as residential life, study abroad, and more 
  • Excellent cookies and popcorn

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Your schedule 

  • 8:15–9 a.m. — Check-in 
    Arthur Zankel Music Center 
  • 9 a.m.–10:45 a.m. — Programming
    Faculty and student panel, First-Year Experience program
    Arthur Zankel Music Center 
  • 11 a.m.–1.30 p.m. — Lunch and tours
    Groups are pre-assigned and will be labeled on students' badges at check-in. Lunch tickets are reserved when you register for YES! Day. Please RSVP for all members of your party. 
    • Group A: Admission staff will bring you to the dining hall atrium for lunch from 11 a.m.–noon. Be in the dining hall lobby by 12:15 to join your 12:15–1:30 p.m. tours. 
    • Group B: Tour guides will lead you from Zankel for your 11 a.m. – 12:30 tours then bring you to the dining hall for your 12:30–1:30 lunch. 
  • 1:30–3 p.m. – Explore campus "Creative thought in action"
    Your (soon to be) favorite faculty and support staff are excited to meet you. They're waiting in various locations around campus to answer your questions and hear a little more about you. See details below about who is where and make time to visit with each group.

Creative thought in action 

Meet with representatives from the follow departments and offices at the locations listed from 1:30–3 p.m. Don't see one you were hoping to meet? They may not have been able to make it today. Email admissions@skidmore.edu and we'll connect afterward. 

Billie Tisch Center for Integrated Sciences Atrium

  • Biology
  • Chemistry
  • Computer Science
  • Environmental Studies and Sciences
  • Geosciences
  • Health & Human Physiological Sciences
  • Mathematics and Statistics
  • Neuroscience
  • Political Science
  • Physics
  • Psychology
  • Sociology
  • The Health Professionals Advisory Committee (HPAC)

Arts Buildings*
Arts programs will be in their respective buildings. 

  • Music: Zankel Music Center 
  • Studio Art: Saisselin Art Center 
  • Dance: Dance Center 
  • Theater: Janet Kinghorn Bernhard Theater 

Palamountain Hall Lobby

  • American Studies
  • Asian Studies
  • Classics
  • Economics
  • Education Studies
  • English
  • Gender Studies
  • International Affairs
  • John B. Moore Documentary Studies Collaborative (MDOCS)
  • Latin/Caribbean/Latinx Studies 
  • Management & Business
  • Media and Film Studies
  • Philosophy
  • Religious Studies
  • Self-Determined Major

Starbuck Center 

  • Financial Aid 

Case Student Center 

  • Athletics
  • Campus Life and Engagement 
  • Career Development Center 
  • Counseling Center
  • Health and Wellness 
  • Residential Life 
  • The Learning Commons (accessibility and academic services)
  • Student Conduct 
  • Lucy Scribner Library 
  • First-Year Experience 

Murray-Aikins Dining Hall (during lunch)

  • Campus Dining 
  • Off-Campus Study and Exchanges 
  • Peer Health Educators

Frequently Asked Questions

 

Students accepted into Skidmore's Class of 2030 – Early Decision and Regular Decision – and their guests. Some are still deciding, some already know they're coming, everyone is welcome!

Nope! But we hear they're really fun and a special way to celebrate your acceptance and support a decision if you still need to make one. That said, we understand not everyone can make the trip and you are absolutely not alone, nor will you be behind, if you can't attend. This is not your required orientation – that will be in in the fall!

It's not required and not everyone can make it work. But if you can and are interested, it's a great opportunity to truly try on what it will feel like to live here for four year, not only at Skidmore but in Saratoga Springs, New York. Whether you make time for dinner out, a local museum tour, or a walk in one of our many historic parks, the Skidmore experience goes hand-in-hand with the Saratoga experience and we'd love to offer recommendations on where to stay, what to eat, our favorite ice cream spots, and more. Shoot us an email at admissions@skidmore.edu any time. 

Due to limited space and to ensure we can operate safely, students are limited to two guests. Who those guests are is a mix – friend, neighbor, sibling, parent, grandparent, etc. And not everyone brings a guest – if you're traveling alone, we're happy to review your travel plans. 

It's best to leave them at home. If you do need to travel with them, please keep them outside, review our policy, and know that only service animals will be allowed indoors. 
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Catch a game

The Thoroughbreds are in season! Consider adding one of our spring teams – lacrosse, golf, tennis, softball, baseball, riding, and rowing – to your itinerary.
Athletics schedule
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Visit the Tang Museum

Open Noon-5p.m. every day, "the Tang" is an essential Skidmore experience and an incredible opportunity to see world-class art right here on campus (for free!).
Current exhibits
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Grab your Skid swag

The Skidmore Shop is open and thinks you need a "Skidmore Grandpa" mug (plus all your other essential green and yellow gear). Even better, you'll receive a 10% off coupon at registration.

Admissions & Aid Contact

Phone

Admissions: 518-580-5570
Financial Aid: 518-580-5750

Mail

Office of Admissions
815 North Broadway
Saratoga Springs, NY 12866

Office of Financial Aid
815 North Broadway
Saratoga Springs, NY 12866

Email

admissions@skidmore.edu
finaid@skidmore.edu

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