SUNY College of Environmental Science and Forestry

Last updated: April 13, 2026 Source: College Scorecard

SUNY College of Environmental Science and Forestry is a public institution located in Syracuse, NY, offering 28 distinct degree programs across various fields of study. SUNY College of Environmental Science and Forestry provides students with educational opportunities designed to prepare them for success in their chosen fields.

Key Facts

  • 2024 Undergraduate Tuition: $9,206
  • 2024 Average Net Price: $18,730 After Financial Aid
  • 2024 Acceptance Rate: 82.94% Moderate Selectivity
  • 2024 Enrolled Students: 1,725 N/A% Full-Time
  • 2024 Graduation Rate: 69.94%

Costs

Tuition Costs

$9,206
2024 Undergraduate Tuition

In 2024, the cost of tuition at SUNY College of Environmental Science and Forestry was $9,206.

Tuition comparison with similar institutions.

Average Net Price

$18,730
2024 Value

In 2024 SUNY College of Environmental Science and Forestry had an average net price — the price paid after factoring in grants and loans — of $18,730.

Average net price comparison with similar institutions.

Total Cost of Attendance

$74,920 Estimated 4-Year Total Cost

$18,730 Average Annual Net Price (after aid)

$36,824 4-Year In-State Tuition

$84,144 4-Year Out-of-State Tuition

Costs include tuition and fees. Room & board, books, and other expenses are additional.

4-year total cost breakdown for SUNY College of Environmental Science and Forestry.

Financial Aid by Income Level

25.66% Undergraduates Receiving Financial Aid through Grants

42.38% Undergraduates Receiving Financial Aid through Loans

Financial aid distribution by income level.

Student Loan Default Rate

Not reported
3-year cohort default rate (College Scorecard)

The published 3-year cohort default rate for borrowers at SUNY College of Environmental Science and Forestry was not reported in the College Scorecard extract for this institution.

Cohort default rates account for borrowers who default in the first three years.

Admissions

Acceptance Rate

82.94% Acceptance Rate

This institution has a moderate acceptance rate, accepting most qualified applicants.

Acceptance rate compared to national average.

Test Scores

Test score data is not available for this institution.

Average SAT and ACT scores for admitted students.

Academic Requirements

GPA requirements are not published by this institution. Contact the admissions office for specific academic requirements.

Estimated GPA and test score ranges.

Enrollment

Full-Time vs Part-Time Enrollment

N/A% Full-Time Enrollment

The total enrollment at SUNY College of Environmental Science and Forestry in 2024 is 1,725 students.

Full-time vs part-time enrollment comparison.

Retention Rate over Time

N/A%
2024 Retention Rate

Retention rate measures the number of first-time students who began their studies the previous fall and returned to school the following fall.

Retention rate over time compared to similar institutions.

Graduates & Outcomes

Time to Complete

58.59% 100% Completion Time

69.94% 150% Completion Time

In 2024, 58.59% of students graduating from SUNY College of Environmental Science and Forestry completed their program within 100% "normal time".

Completion rates over time compared to similar institutions.

ROI & Programs

Financial value and program information for SUNY College of Environmental Science and Forestry.

Return on Investment

$11,000 Median Student Debt

$55,763 Median Annual Earnings (10 years)

19.73% Debt-to-Earnings Ratio

644.30% Return on Investment

2.0 years Estimated Payback Period

Financial value analysis for SUNY College of Environmental Science and Forestry.

Top Programs by Completions

10 Programs Reporting Data

CIP 26.1307: 90 completions

Agricultural and Food Products Processing: 56 completions

CIP 03.0103: 49 completions

CIP 26.0709: 46 completions

CIP 03.0201: 40 completions

CIP 26.1305: 40 completions

Engineering, General: 32 completions

Area Studies: 27 completions

CIP 04.0601: 25 completions

Other/Unknown Programs: 577 completions

Most popular programs at SUNY College of Environmental Science and Forestry.

Employment Outcomes

$48,327 Median Earnings (6 years after entry)

$54,896 Median Earnings (8 years after entry)

$55,763 Median Earnings (10 years after entry)

Earnings outcomes for SUNY College of Environmental Science and Forestry graduates.

About

SUNY College of Environmental Science and Forestry is a public institution located in Syracuse, NY, offering 28 distinct degree programs across various academic disciplines. The institution enrolls approximately 1,725 students. The admission rate is 82.94%. The institution maintains a 69.94% graduation rate. Approximately 25.66% of students receive Pell Grants.

Institution Type

Public

Location

Syracuse, NY 13210

Region: Mid East

Insights and Analysis

SUNY College of Environmental Science and Forestry provides educational opportunities for students seeking higher education. Prospective students should carefully evaluate all factors including costs, outcomes, and program offerings when making their enrollment decisions.

Data Sources

This page uses data from the following sources:

  • College Scorecard - U.S. Department of Education
    • Institutional characteristics, costs, completion rates, and earnings data
    • Data years: 2015-2024
    • Source: collegescorecard.ed.gov
  • Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS) Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics (OEWS)
    • Employment and wage data by occupation
    • Latest data: May 2024
    • Source: bls.gov/oes
  • O*NET Online - U.S. Department of Labor
    • Occupational skills, knowledge, abilities, and work activities
    • Database version: 28.0 (August 2023)
    • Source: onetcenter.org
  • IPEDS (Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System) - National Center for Education Statistics
    • Institutional data, completions, enrollment, and financial aid
    • Data years: 2015-2024
    • Source: nces.ed.gov/ipeds
  • Census Bureau American Community Survey (ACS)
    • Demographic and workforce data
    • Latest data: 2023 ACS 5-Year Estimates
    • Source: census.gov/acs

Data Processing: All data has been processed, cleaned, and aggregated for presentation. Where specific data points are unavailable, estimates are based on available data and clearly marked.

Last Updated: Data reflects the most recent available information as of January 2025.

Methodology

Data for this profile is sourced from the U.S. Department of Education's College Scorecard dataset, which provides comprehensive information on institutions of higher education in the United States.

All financial figures are adjusted for inflation and represent the most recent available data. Graduation rates and completion times are calculated according to federal standards.