Siena College Scholarships (2026–2027)
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Last Updated on June 19, 2026- Tuition, housing, and average family net price
- Automatic merit ranges and qualifier benchmarks
- Flagship and hidden-gem awards
- Honors and stacking strategy
📊 Admissions Snapshot
- Acceptance Rate: ~78%
- Middle 50% ACT: 30
- Middle 50% SAT: 1225
- Average GPA: 3.53
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📌 Siena College at a Glance
Siena is a classic small private college where merit aid is part of the pricing strategy—not a bonus. Most admitted students will see some level of scholarship, which helps bring the sticker price down to something more realistic. But this isn’t a “huge discount” school—think steady, predictable merit rather than life-changing offers.
Where Siena works best is for students who want a smaller, structured environment with strong support and a clear path to graduation. If your student is organized, engages with faculty, and takes advantage of internships early, the value can absolutely be there. Just go in understanding this is about controlled cost—not chasing big, competitive payouts.
FAQ
Is this college test-optional? Yes — Siena College is test-optional.
What is the middle 50% ACT/SAT? ACT: 30; SAT: 1225.
Average net price? About $32,697/yearyear after aid.
Does this school use waivers/reciprocity? No — private school; same rate for all.
University Bonner program page: https://www.siena.edu/centers-institutes/ace/deep-service-programs/bonner-service-leaders/
University Boren information page: https://www.siena.edu/offices/international-programs/boren/
University scholarship page: https://www.siena.edu/offices/financial-aid/scholarships-grants/
University international programs/fellowships page: https://www.siena.edu/offices/international-programs/undergraduate-fellowships/
University KLC Pep Band scholarship page: https://www.siena.edu/offices/financial-aid/klc-pep-band-scholarship/
CollegeScorecard / Admissions: https://collegescorecard.ed.gov/
💰 Cost of Attendance at Siena College 2026-2027
📅 2026–2027 Planning Note: The costs below reflect the most recently published figures (2025–2026). Universities typically finalize the next year’s rates in the spring, and we’ll update this page once official 2026–2027 numbers are released.
Planning tip: At large public universities, tuition, fees, and housing usually increase modestly each year (often in the 2–5% range). For early budgeting, families may want to plan for roughly $1,000–$1,500 more in-state or $2,000–$3,000 more out-of-state in total direct costs once new rates are published.
| Category (2026–2027) | In-State | Out-of-State |
|---|---|---|
| Tuition & Mandatory Fees (2 semesters) | $48,895 | $48,895 |
| Housing & Meals (typical) | $17,260 | $17,260 |
| Total (Direct Costs) | $66,155 | $66,155 |
Average Federal Net Price: $32,697 — this is what families actually paid after grants and scholarships (no loans), based on the most recent federal data. Your specific cost could be significantly lower or higher depending on your financial aid eligibility and merit scholarships. New to Net Price & SAI? Read our guide.
Academic reciprocity: Siena participates in the Hudson–Mohawk Association cross-registration program—expanded course access at partner campuses, no tuition discount.
Quick FAQ
Why are in-state and out-of-state the same? Siena is a private college with one tuition rate.
Will my total match $66,155? Not exactly—your residence hall, meal plan, and personal spending will move your total up or down.
What’s “average net price”? It’s the average families paid after grants/scholarships in that federal year—helpful for ballpark budgeting.
University COA page: https://www.siena.edu/offices/financial-aid/cost-of-attendance/
Tuition & Fees / Room & Board: https://www.siena.edu/offices/business-services/student-accounts/tuition-fees-room-board/
Housing costs: https://www.siena.edu/offices/community-living/general-housing-information/housing-costs/
College Catalog: https://catalog.siena.edu/content.php?catoid=20&navoid=733
College Scorecard (average net price): https://collegescorecard.ed.gov/school/?195474=
✅ Automatic Merit Scholarships
*GPA/test bands marked with * are estimates for parent guidance based on published thresholds and recent award patterns. Actual cutoffs may vary by applicant pool and year.
FAQ
Do I need a separate application? No. All admitted students are automatically considered for Siena’s merit scholarships.
Is Siena test-optional and do they superscore? Yes — Siena is test-optional, and if you submit scores, they will superscore across test dates.
Can awards stack? Siena applies your highest institutional merit scholarship; need-based aid and outside scholarships can still be stacked up to the cost of attendance.
Siena Merit Scholarships – https://www.siena.edu/offices/financial-aid/scholarships-grants/
Siena Affordability – https://www.siena.edu/offices/financial-aid/afford/
Cost of Attendance & Calculator – https://www.siena.edu/offices/financial-aid/cost-attendance/
Siena College St. Clare Scholarship – https://www.scholarships360.org/scholarship/siena-college-st-claire-scholarship/
🏆 Flagship (Competitive) Scholarships
Beyond Siena’s automatic merit awards, the college also offers a limited number of competitive flagship scholarships. These are not guaranteed with admission — students must demonstrate outstanding academic achievement, leadership, or service, and in some cases complete a separate application or interview.
This institution does not offer designated Competitive scholarships at this time.
No flagship competitive scholarships are currently listed separately from Siena’s automatic merit awards. Students should focus on Presidential, Franciscan, and other automatic scholarships as the college’s top institutionally funded awards.
FAQ
What makes a scholarship “competitive” at Siena? Unlike automatic merit, competitive scholarships usually require an extra step such as an interview, essay, or special review. Siena does not currently list any additional competitive flagship awards beyond its automatic merit tiers.
Are national flagship awards like National Merit or STAMPS offered here? No — Siena is not a partner with National Merit, STAMPS, or QuestBridge.
Should students still apply for outside competitive scholarships? Yes. Many Siena students combine institutional merit with competitive national or regional awards to reduce their net cost.
Siena Merit & Competitive Scholarships – https://www.siena.edu/offices/financial-aid/scholarships-grants/
Siena College Scholarships – https://collegereadyparent.org/siena-college-scholarships/
Siena College Endowed Scholarships – https://www.siena.edu/offices/financial-aid/endowed/
🎖️ Honors College
Siena’s J. Spencer & Patricia Standish Honors Program is designed for high-achieving students who want an academic experience that goes deeper than the standard curriculum. It features small, discussion-driven seminars, close faculty mentorship, and flexibility to integrate study abroad or internships without delaying graduation.
GPA usually 3.7+, strong writing/critical thinking, AP/IB/Honors coursework, plus a clear record of service or leadership. Admission is by invitation or selective application review; approximately 50 students enter each year.
- Priority course registration
- Small Honors seminars and faculty mentorship
- Option to contract courses for Honors credit
- Capstone thesis or research project support
- Flexibility to study abroad or intern without adding time to degree
This institution does not offer designated Honors College scholarships at this time.
FAQ
Is admission automatic with Siena admission? No — students are invited after admission review or may signal interest; final acceptance is selective (application, essay, recommendations).
Does Honors add extra time to graduate? No — the curriculum fits a standard four-year plan, even when combining study abroad or internships.
Are there dedicated scholarships tied to Honors? No separate Honors scholarships are published; Standish Honors students typically hold the highest Siena merit or donor-endowed awards offered via FAFSA/academic review.
What’s the deadline? Indicate interest during the admissions process or by Siena’s priority deadline to be considered. Returning students may apply after 30 credits with a GPA of 3.3+.
Standish Honors Program – https://www.siena.edu/academics/standish-honors-program/
Catalog: Standish Honors – https://catalog.siena.edu/arts-sciences/students/honors/
Admissions Requirements – https://www.siena.edu/admissions/
Siena Scholarships – https://www.siena.edu/offices/financial-aid/scholarships-grants/
Financial Aid Terms – https://www.siena.edu/academics/financial-aid/terms/
⭐ College Specialty
Siena College is a private Franciscan liberal arts college in New York that has built a reputation for blending small-school attention with strong professional preparation. Families often choose Siena for its accredited business programs, growing data science offerings, and research opportunities that rival larger institutions — all while keeping a close-knit campus feel.
- Data Science: Siena offers one of the first liberal arts–focused data science degrees in the region, integrating technical skills with applied problem-solving.
- Accounting: Consistently ranked among the top accounting programs in New York State for CPA pass rates and job placement.
- Siena Research Institute (SRI): Nationally cited polling center that provides paid undergraduate research positions and media visibility.
- Political Science & Pre-Law: Siena students benefit from internship pipelines to New York State government and law schools, with recognition across the Northeast.