Welcome to Russell Sage College

Sage is a coeducational undergraduate and graduate college with campuses in two thriving cities: Albany and Troy, New York. Here you’ll receive a hands-on education with small classes, caring faculty and unwavering student support.

For more than 100 years, Russell Sage College has been transforming lives. Find out how we can transform yours.

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November 19, 2024

Returning Russell Sage Student Says Son — Also a College Student — Inspires Her to  Finish Degree She Started Nearly 20 Years Ago

Liza Kerwin started Russell Sage College in the early 2000s, after earning an associate degree at Hudson Valley Community College. She left Russell Sage two classes shy of her bachelor’s in sociology.   At that time, she went to work for the employer she would stay with for 17 years until she was affected by COVID-related […]
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October 30, 2024

Russell Sage College Becomes First College in Nation to Partner with The Center for Positive Education, Ensuring Education Graduates are Ready for Today’s Classroom

Fueled by a new partnership with The Center for Positive Education, all Russell Sage College students who graduate from teaching and school counseling programs in the Esteves School of Education will enter the workforce with training in Positive Education, preparing them to address the social and emotional learning needs of today’s students and manage their […]
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October 25, 2024

Russell Sage College Hosts Inaugural ICAN Healthcare Summit to Discuss Building a Diverse Healthcare Workforce, Addressing Health Inequities

Russell Sage College held its inaugural ICAN Healthcare Summit on October 25 at the Armory Building on its Albany campus. The event was focused on solutions to building a more diverse healthcare workforce and the role that plays in creating better health outcomes for communities. Headlining the event was Joel Bervell, a social media star […]
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Bachelor’s, Master’s and Doctoral Programs

2,471

Total Enrollment

1916

Founded in Troy, N.Y. by Margaret Olivia Slocum Sage.

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Fostering Student Success

Russell Sage offers first-rate career preparation with nationally accredited programs in a personal, supportive environment. Our undergraduate and graduate academic programs are relevant, affordable and designed to help you succeed while finding your voice.

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Our Locations

We are one college, but two diverse campuses provide you with additional opportunities, different perspectives and broader student-life experiences. At the Albany campus, enjoy the beautiful green space and close proximity to Albany Medical Center and the State Capital. Our Troy campus lets you enjoy a small city full of cozy coffee shops and trendy restaurants — and the best farmers market in the Capital Region.

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TOP PERFORMERS IN SOCIAL MOBILITY 6 YEARS IN A ROW

U.S. News & World Report (2025), #22 among National Universities (tie)

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TRANSFER HONOR ROLL 5 YEARS IN A ROW

Phi Theta Kappa

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Our Strategic Plan

The fulfillment of our strategic plan has prepared Russell Sage for the years ahead by updating our offerings to meet the needs of current and future students and clarifying our identity as a single coeducational institution.

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Community Resources

Theatre Institute

The Theatre Institute provides quality live theatre and arts-in-education programming to Capital Region youth, educators and residents. The Institute also offers opportunities for Russell Sage students as performers,  technicians and teachers.

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Opalka Gallery

As the formal exhibition space of Russell Sage College, the Opalka Gallery’s primary focus is on modern and contemporary art and design from nationally recognized artists. The Gallery also hosts lectures, films, concerts and other events.

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The Women’s Institute

The Denise Taber Finard ’80 Women’s Institute at Russell Sage College offers public programs, panels, conferences and community partnerships with a focus on constructive dialogue about contemporary women’s issues.

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Conferencing & Events

Russell Sage College can provide the perfect space for your meeting, workshop, seminar, conference or wedding. Choose conference rooms or classrooms for groups from 10 up to 400.

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