Schools ACHA Division II and NCAA Division I Union College
ACHA Division II and NCAA Division I · 2025–26 Season

Union College Hockey

Schenectady, NY ·Private Nonprofit ·2,046 undergrads
Program Overview

Union College fields 2 hockey programs in Schenectady, NY — ACHA Division II and NCAA Division I. The combined 2025–26 roster across all programs totals 55 players. Each program operates independently with its own roster, coaching staff, and schedule.

What sets this roster apart is its international composition — 7 players from outside the United States, representing Canada. That kind of international reach is unusual for programs at this level and speaks to active recruiting or strong word-of-mouth in those markets.

International players

7 players from outside the United States (Canada). Unusual for a club program at this level.

Transfer-friendly environment

9 players transferred from other college programs. Whether from D1 ACHA, D2, or elsewhere, this program has a track record of integrating players who started somewhere else.

School Profile

Union College at a Glance

Data from the U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard, most recent cohort.

43.9%
Acceptance Rate
Moderately selective
1,395
Average SAT Score
Combined reading + math
$84,561
Total Annual Cost
Tuition, room, board & fees
80%
4-Year Graduation Rate
Most recent cohort
$88,604
Median Earnings (10yr)
$63,219 at 6 years
$25,337
Median Graduate Debt
Among graduates who borrowed
$69,039
Tuition (Out-of-State)
14% of students receive Pell grants
2,046
Undergraduate Enrollment
Private Nonprofit institution
Roster Geography

Where Do Union College Hockey Players Come From?

55 players · 23 states & regions · 2025–26 roster.

NY11 players
MA6 players
CT5 players
MI4 players
NH3 players
ON3 players
MN3 players
WI2 players
AZ1 player
MD1 player
NJ1 player
NS1 player
CAN7 players

New York leads the pipeline with 11 players (20%), but the international component is notable: 7 players from Canada give this roster an unusually broad geographic reach.

Player Pedigree

Where Did These Players Play Before Union College?

Prior league breakdown — a proxy for the competitive level players brought with them.

ACHA Division II · 28 players
High school
3
11%
Youth hockey
19
68%
Junior hockey
2
7%
College transfer
1
4%
Prep school
1
4%
No prior data
2
7%
NCAA Division I · 27 players
Junior hockey
19
70%
College transfer
8
30%
Junior hockey

21 players came through competitive junior programs. Junior hockey experience — even at Tier III — represents meaningful development beyond what high school hockey alone provides.

College transfers

9 players transferred from other college programs. The presence of college transfers often indicates a welcoming environment for players looking to change programs without giving up playing.

Explore the full player pipeline
Prior leagues, feeder teams, and pipeline trends — filter and compare.
Home Ice

Union College Home Arena

Schenectady, NY

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For Recruits

Is Union College Hockey a Fit for You?

Union College fields 2 programs — ACHA Division II and NCAA Division I — with 55 players combined across all rosters. If you're evaluating fit, consider which level matches your experience: each program has its own roster, coaching staff, and recruiting pipeline. Reach out directly through the division-specific accounts listed above.