SUNY College of Environmental Science and Forestry (ESF)
Founded 1911
President Joanie Mahoney (President)
Fees USD 9,890
Acceptance Rate Selective (20–50%)
Campus Setting Suburban
The SUNY College of Environmental Science and Forestry (ESF) is a public specialized institution of the State University of New York, founded in 1911 in Syracuse, New York. ESF is the oldest and most distinguished college in the United States focused on the science, design, engineering, and management of natural resources and environments. The college owns over 25,000 acres of forest, wetland, and research properties across New York State and is consistently ranked as the top environmental science and forestry institution in the nation. ESF enrolls approximately 2,500 students and has a unique affiliation with Syracuse University, allowing students to access SU’s extensive academic and social resources.
Academic Programs
- Department of Environmental Science — BS/MS/PhD in environmental science and management
- Department of Forestry and Natural Resources Management — SAF-accredited forestry programs
- Department of Landscape Architecture — LAAB-accredited BLA and MLA programs
- Department of Chemical Engineering — Bioprocess and chemical engineering programs
- Department of Environmental Biology — Ecology, wildlife, and conservation biology
- Department of Environmental Studies — Interdisciplinary policy and social science programs
How to Apply
- Application: SUNY Application or Common App
- Application Fee: $50
- Test Scores: Test-optional; middle 50% SAT 1230–1410, ACT 27–32
- Acceptance Rate: ~50%
- In-State Tuition: ~$9,890 | Out-of-State: ~$27,370
Key Deadlines
- Early Action: November 15
- Regular Decision: February 1