SUNY College of Environmental Science and Forestry is a public 4-year college in Syracuse, New York with 1,839 undergraduates. It admits 63% of applicants, costs an average of $18,375 a year after grants and graduates 72% of its students.
Figures from the U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard, released October 15, 2026. What each number covers.
SUNY College of Environmental Science and Forestry acceptance rate and admissions
SUNY College of Environmental Science and Forestry admitted 63% of applicants for fall 2024. The median acceptance rate at 4-year colleges is 77%.
Test scores: Neither required nor recommended (as reported for fall 2024 admission). That means you can apply without SAT or ACT scores. Check the admissions office for the current policy.
SUNY College of Environmental Science and Forestry application deadlines 2026-27
| Round | Deadline |
|---|---|
| Early action | Nov 15, 2026 |
| Regular decision | Jan 15, 2027 |
Next deadline: Early action, Nov 15, 2026. Application fee through the Common App: $50 for U.S. applicants. Confirm dates on SUNY College of Environmental Science and Forestry’s admissions page; see every college on the deadline calendar.
Source: Common App 2026-27 first-year deadlines, fees and requirements grid, updated Sep 25, 2026.
SUNY College of Environmental Science and Forestry tuition, cost and net price
| Tuition and fees, in-state (2025-26) | $9,303 |
|---|---|
| Tuition and fees, out-of-state (2025-26) | $23,253 |
| On-campus housing and food (2025-26) | $18,730 |
| Total cost of attendance (2024-25) | $28,694 |
| Average net price after grants (2024-25) | $18,375 |
Students who get federal aid pay an average of $18,375 a year after grants and scholarships, $10,319 less than the full cost of attendance. This figure covers in-state students.
What families pay, by income
Average yearly cost after grants for aided first-time students paying in-state tuition, by family income (2024-25):
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SUNY College of Environmental Science and Forestry graduation rate, earnings and debt
- 72% of first-time, full-time students finished within six years (students who started in 2019).
- Former students earned a median of $64,530 a year, 10 years after they started (students who received federal aid and were working).
- Students who completed left with a median of $15,000 in federal student loans.
Earnings compared
Debt compared
Median debt is 23% of median earnings 10 years after entry. Many advisers suggest keeping total student debt below one year of expected pay. See the monthly payment.
SUNY College of Environmental Science and Forestry majors and what graduates earn
SUNY College of Environmental Science and Forestry awarded bachelor's degrees in 16 fields recently. The best-paid graduates four years out came from environmental/natural resources management and policy ($65,604).
All 16 majors at SUNY College of Environmental Science and Forestry
| Major | Graduates (2023-24) | Earnings 1 yr after | Earnings 4 yrs after | Median debt |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Environmental/Natural Resources Management and Policy | 38 | $49,930 | $65,604 | $20,250 |
| Landscape Architecture | 17 | n/a | $59,480 | n/a |
| Forestry | 24 | $46,942 | $57,664 | $12,875 |
| Ecology and evolutionary biology | 118 | $32,579 | $50,010 | $15,000 |
| Environmental science | 69 | $46,497 | $49,489 | $17,439 |
| Zoology/Animal Biology | 46 | n/a | $42,505 | $15,000 |
| Biomedical engineering | 26 | n/a | n/a | n/a |
| Environmental engineering | 25 | n/a | n/a | n/a |
| Biotechnology | 14 | n/a | n/a | n/a |
| Construction Management | 14 | n/a | n/a | n/a |
| Paper Science and Engineering | 9 | n/a | n/a | n/a |
| Biochemistry and molecular biology | 8 | n/a | n/a | n/a |
| Sustainability Studies | 7 | n/a | n/a | n/a |
| Chemistry | 6 | n/a | n/a | n/a |
| Biological and Biomedical Sciences, Other | 2 | n/a | n/a | n/a |
| Chemical engineering | 1 | n/a | n/a | n/a |
Four-year earnings: graduates of 2017-18 and 2018-19, measured in 2022 and 2023, in 2024 dollars. Fields with few graduates have no published earnings.
Graduate programs at SUNY College of Environmental Science and Forestry
17 graduate programs awarded degrees recently. Largest first.
Show 17 graduate programs
| Program | Degree | Graduates (2023-24) | Earnings 1 yr after | Median debt |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Environmental science | Master's | 29 | n/a | n/a |
| Ecology and evolutionary biology | Master's | 21 | n/a | n/a |
| Environmental science | Doctoral | 10 | n/a | n/a |
| Landscape Architecture | Master's | 8 | n/a | n/a |
| Forestry | Master's | 5 | n/a | n/a |
| Paper Science and Engineering | Doctoral | 5 | n/a | n/a |
| Environmental engineering | Master's | 4 | n/a | n/a |
| Ecology and evolutionary biology | Doctoral | 4 | n/a | n/a |
| Environmental engineering | Doctoral | 3 | n/a | n/a |
| Chemistry | Doctoral | 3 | n/a | n/a |
| Paper Science and Engineering | Master's | 2 | n/a | n/a |
| Chemistry | Master's | 2 | n/a | n/a |
| Environmental/Natural Resources Management and Policy | Master's | 1 | n/a | n/a |
| Forestry | Doctoral | 1 | n/a | n/a |
| Biomedical engineering | Master's | 1 | n/a | n/a |
| Construction Engineering | Doctoral | 1 | n/a | n/a |
| Construction Engineering | Master's | 0 | n/a | n/a |
Students and location
- 1,839 degree-seeking undergraduates (fall 2024)
- 53% women, 47% men
- 14 students for every faculty member
- Setting: midsize city
- Accredited by Middle States Commission on Higher Education
Frequently asked questions
What is the acceptance rate at SUNY College of Environmental Science and Forestry?
SUNY College of Environmental Science and Forestry admitted 63% of applicants for fall 2024, according to the U.S. Department of Education.
How much does SUNY College of Environmental Science and Forestry cost?
Tuition and fees for 2025-26 are $9,303 for in-state students and $23,253 for out-of-state students. After grants and scholarships, aided students paid an average net price of $18,375 a year in 2024-25.
Is SUNY College of Environmental Science and Forestry test-optional?
For fall 2024 admission, SUNY College of Environmental Science and Forestry reported that test scores were: neither required nor recommended. Policies change, so confirm with the admissions office.
What is the graduation rate at SUNY College of Environmental Science and Forestry?
72% of first-time, full-time students finished within six years.
How much do SUNY College of Environmental Science and Forestry graduates make?
Former students who received federal aid earned a median of $64,530 a year 10 years after they started, in 2024 dollars.
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Source: U.S. Department of Education, College Scorecard, data release of October 15, 2026. What each figure means and the year it covers.