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Your chances of getting into SUNY College of Environmental Science and Forestry

Admission Rate & Difficulty

Percent Admitted 

69.5%
Admission Difficulty for SUNY College of Environmental Science and Forestry
Measure Difficulty
Admission Standards Difficult 
Applicant Competition Low 

Acceptance Rate

The acceptance rate at SUNY-ESF is 69.5%.  Its admission rate is the 74th lowest in New York.

Admission Selectivity

How hard is it to get into SUNY-ESF and can you get accepted?

SUNY-ESF is a moderately competitive school to get into. You have a strong chance of acceptance if you meet the criteria. Last year, 1,714 out of the 2,466 who applied were admitted.

SUNY College of Environmental Science and Forestry typically accepts and attracts "A-" average high school students with an average GPA around 3.7. 21% of those admitted chose to enroll in the school.

Can you get into SUNY-ESF?

70% are accepted, can you get in? Use the admission calculator to see if you have the grades and test scores needed to get in. See your admission chances based on your extracurriculars, intended major, background, and more.

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Admission Requirements in Brief

To have the best chance of getting into to SUNY College of Environmental Science and Forestry you should:

  • Have a high school GPA of 3.7 or better
  • Earn A- grades in high school
  • Score 1220 on the SAT
  • Score 27 on the ACT

SUNY-ESF GPA

GPA Requirements & Average GPA

Avg. High School GPA 

3.7

Typical High School Grades 

A-

What GPA do you need to get into SUNY College of Environmental Science and Forestry?

GPA Requirements

The GPA requirements for getting into SUNY-ESF are to have around a 3.7 high school GPA. You are required to have very good grades in high school.

If your high school GPA meets these requirements, there is a good chance you will be accepted as SUNY-ESF accepts 70% of students who apply.

Average GPA

The average unweighted GPA at SUNY-ESF is 3.7 on the 4.0 scale. To achieve the average GPA for admission, you need to earn A- letter grades and regularly score around 90-92 percent on tests and assignments in high school.  The school ranks #29 in New York for highest average GPA.

Importance of GPA

Since SUNY-ESF is a test optional college, extra focus will be placed on your GPA when the school considers your application. As a result, it is very important that you meet the GPA requirements.

See additional colleges accepting applicants in the 3.7 GPA range.

Competitiveness by GPA Ranges

The table below outlines the number of admitted freshmen by GPA range as well as how competitive your GPA will be as compared with other applicants.

High School GPA's for admitted SUNY College of Environmental Science and Forestry students
High School GPA Freshmen Within Range Competitiveness 
4.0 3.0% Good
3.75 to 3.99 35.0% Avg +
3.50 to 3.74 43.0% Reach
3.25 to 3.49 16.0% Reach
3.00 to 3.24 3.0% Low
2.50 to 2.99 0% Low
2.00 to 2.49 0% Low
1.00 to 1.99 0% Low
less than 1.00 0% Low

 What do these chances mean?

GPA Data Source, Peterson's Data 2022

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SUNY-ESF SAT Scores

Testing Requirements

Submission of SAT or ACT scores is not required by SUNY College of Environmental Science and Forestry. The school has a test blind policy.

SAT Requirements & Average SAT Score

SAT Range 

1130-1300

Applicants Submitting SAT 

87%
SAT Scores for SUNY College of Environmental Science and Forestry
SAT Test 25th Percentile Score
Reading 25th Percentile 570
Math 25th Percentile 560
Composite 25th Percentile 1130
SAT Scores for SUNY College of Environmental Science and Forestry
SAT Test 75th Percentile Score
Reading 75th Percentile 650
Math 75th Percentile 650
Composite 75th Percentile 1300
Average SAT Score 1220

SAT Scores you need to get in

What are the SAT requirements for you to be admitted to SUNY College of Environmental Science and Forestry?

Average Score & Range

The average SAT score at SUNY-ESF is 1220 out of 1600 and the range for the middle 50% of accepted students is 1130-1300. Students who get into SUNY College of Environmental Science and Forestry score in the top 36 percent of all SAT test takers..  SUNY-ESF ranks #51 in the state of New York for highest average SAT composite score.

Score for Acceptance

You should target scoring 1220 or above to be most competitive with other applicants. SUNY-ESF regularly admits students with SAT scores down to 1130 on a 1600 scale. However, three quarter of admitted students score higher. If you score below a 1130, admission should be considered a reach. Some students may be accepted with minimum SAT's as low as 1040, but scores this low are outside the normal range.

Score Submission Requirements

SUNY College of Environmental Science and Forestry is a test optional school meaning do not have to submit SAT scores with your application. The position on SAT scores from the college is "not considered for admission, even if submitted (test blind)".

View other colleges which accept students in the 1220 SAT score range.

Data Sources, IPEDS for Fall 2022 starting class

Chance of Acceptance by SAT Score

The table below outlines your predicted admission chances based on SAT score alone. If you are an average applicant with a score of 1215, you have around a 70% chance of being admitted. A 1300 places you well ahead of most other applicants and gives you about a 82% chance of getting in.

SUNY College of Environmental Science and Forestry admission chances by SAT score
SAT Score (1600 scale) Competitiveness  Admission Chances 
1300 and Above Good >82%
1215 to 1300 Avg + 70%-82%
1130 to 1215 Avg - 55%-70%
1045 to 1130 Reach 39%-55%
Less than 1045 Low <39%
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SUNY-ESF ACT Scores

ACT Requirements & Average ACT Score

ACT Range 

24-30 

Applicants Submitting ACT 

43%
ACT Scores for SUNY College of Environmental Science and Forestry
ACT Test 25th Percentile Score
Reading 25th Percentile 21
Math 25th Percentile 24
Composite 25th Percentile 24
ACT Scores for SUNY College of Environmental Science and Forestry
ACT Test 75th Percentile Score
Reading 75th Percentile 30
Math 75th Percentile 28
Composite 75th Percentile 30
Average ACT Score 27

ACT Scores needed to get accepted

What are the ACT requirements for students to get into SUNY-ESF?

Score Range

The average ACT score for admitted students to SUNY-ESF is 27, while the middle 50% of students (25th to 75th percentile) score between a 24 and 30.  The school ranks #47 in New York for highest average ACT composite score.

Score for Acceptance

For the best chance of admission, you should have an ACT of 27. This will place you in solid competition against other applicants. At a minimum, you should aim for a 24 and score in the score in the top 27 percent nationally. The lowest ACT score likely to be admitted is a 21.

43 percent of applicants submit ACT scores to SUNY College of Environmental Science and Forestry.

Score Submission Requirements

You do not have to to submit ACT scores with your application as SUNY College of Environmental Science and Forestry is test optional. The policy from the school on ACT scores is "not considered for admission, even if submitted (test blind)".

Find other colleges with similar ACT score requirements

Data Sources, IPEDS for Fall 2022 starting class

Chance of Acceptance by ACT Score

Here are your predicted chances of getting into SUNY-ESF for different ACT score ranges. A typical applicant with a 27 score has around 70% chance of getting in. Your odds increase to about 82% with a 30 ACT score.

SUNY College of Environmental Science and Forestry admission chances by ACT score
ACT Score Competitiveness  Admission Chances 
30 and Above Good >82%
27 to 30 Avg + 70%-82%
24 to 27 Avg - 55%-70%
21 to 24 Reach 39%-55%
Less than 21 Low <39%
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Applying

Admission Statistics

Admission and enrollment rates by gender are detailed the the table below.

SUNY College of Environmental Science and Forestry admission statistics
Women Men Total
Applied 1,418 1,048 2,466
Accepted 1,022 692 1,714
Acceptance Rate 72% 66% 70%
Enrolled 180 176 356
Percent of Admitted Who Enrolled (Admission Yield) 18% 25% 21%
Data Sources, IPEDS for Fall 2022 starting class

Fall 2025 Application Deadline

Applications Due

Feb 1, 2025

Days left to Apply

38

Applicants have 38 days left until the Fall 2025 term applications are due on Feb 1, 2025.

Application Fee

The cost for prospective students to apply to SUNY College of Environmental Science and Forestry is $50.

Application Requirements

What are the requirements for admission to SUNY College of Environmental Science and Forestry and what student information is used for admission decisions?

SUNY College of Environmental Science and Forestry Application Requirements
Test Scores Not considered for admission, even if submitted (Test Blind)
High School GPA Required to be considered for admission
High School Class Rank Not considered for admission, even if submitted
Completion of College Preparatory Program Required to be considered for admission
Recommendations Not required for admission, but considered if submitted
Demonstration of Competencies Not considered for admission, even if submitted

Credits Accepted

High School Credits Accepted at SUNY College of Environmental Science and Forestry
AP Credit Yes
Dual Credit Yes
Credit for Life Experiences No

Admission Requirements Summary

Because SUNY-ESF is moderately competitive, you have a strong chance of acceptance with the right GPA and test scores. If you have a 3.7 GPA, you have a very good likelihood of getting in. A 1220 on the SAT and 27 on the ACT will further lock in your application.

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Students applying to SUNY College of Environmental Science and Forestry often consider these colleges

Primary data source, U.S. Department of Education https://nces.ed.gov/collegenavigator/?id=196103 IPEDS survey data for SUNY College of Environmental Science and Forestry.

Last updated February 24, 2024