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10 Things You Need to Know About Being a Gator

 

Navigating college shouldn't be a figure-it-out-yourself deal. Russell Sage simplifies and unifies your education by combining everything you need into one accessible academic experience. Read on to learn how we do it.  

 

Explore Your Gator Gateway

See how The Gator Gateway sets you up for more success with less complication.
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1. The Gator Gateway Awaits

 

The Gator Gateway is what we call the unique academic journey you'll take at Sage. Everything you need for lifelong success will be available — you won't have to hunt for it.

 
 
 

2. Your College Process… Simplified

 

Success teams, walk-in Solutions Centers, student NaviGators, and one-on-one mentorship — access personalized support from real people that makes your college experience MUCH less complicated. 

 
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3. Guaranteed Career Experiences

 

Internships, co-ops, clinicals, job shadowing, research, and service projects — the opportunities to get career and life experience are incredible. Your resume will be, too!

 
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Thrive@Russell Sage

 

If you want to be successful, you have to be well. We connect you with resources to manage your eight dimensions of wellness.

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Get Capital Benefits

 

The Capital Region is an experiential learning hub — get connected with employers like General Electric, Albany Med Health System, or the New York state government.

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Find a Career that Fits...

 

...with the help of Sage’s Career and Self-Discovery Center. Additionally, Russell Sage grads earn average starting salaries of around $65,000!

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Make a REAL Difference

 

Help refugee families. Teach students to read. Compete with other classes to raise funds for charity. Service to our community is at our core.

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Experience Two Awesome Cities

 

Russell Sage’s campus spans state capital Albany and dynamic downtown Troy. There’s no shortage of fun things to see and do!

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Get (and Keep) Big Scholarships

 

Every student receives academic merit scholarships starting at $20,000. As long as you do your part, they’re locked in for four years!

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Choose to be Futureproof

 

Dynamic undergraduate majors set you up for success. Explore high-demand programs, like our health majors, or more unique pathways, like our interior design bachelor’s program.

 
Be. Know. Do.
 

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