ESF: 2024 Requirements, Scores & GPAs

This is the go-to guide for getting into SUNY College of Environmental Science and Forestry. We suggest you read until the end... Not only will we layout the exact GPA and test scores you should aim for when applying to ESF, but we’ll also offer creative ways to help your application stand out from the pack. We breakdown ESF statistics better than any article out there and show you how these have changed over time. Also, make sure to check out SUNY College of Environmental Science and Forestry on CampusReel to see what it’s really like here. If you're interesting in transferring to ESF, the read our transfer guide. You can also use the below calculator to help determine your likelihood of acceptance at ESF

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

SUNY College of Environmental Science and Forestry’s average GPA is 3.5. SUNY College of Environmental Science and Forestry does require GPA. This average GPA means SUNY College of Environmental Science and Forestry is very selective. Often times, schools in this range are trying to increase their selectivity and “prestige”. We can’t read the minds of ESF application readers, but they likely want to increase the average GPA from 3.5 to 3.68 this year - to play it safe, we recommend striving for the 3.68 GPA.

*BEFORE CONTINUING PLEASE NOTE: GPA and “prestige” DO NOT mean a college is right for you. SUNY College of Environmental Science and Forestry may seem amazing on paper, but you may hate it... That’s why 700,000 students transfer colleges every year - they end up going to the wrong school. It’s crucial to watch the videos on CampusReel and make sure you can envision yourself on ESF’s campus. These ESF admission statistics do not sufficiently tell you what a college or university is like.

What is SUNY College of Environmental Science and Forestry’s acceptance rate?

Last year SUNY College of Environmental Science and Forestry’s acceptance rate was 51.949999999999996. However, check out how the acceptance rate has changed over time.

As you can see, SUNY College of Environmental Science and Forestry is getting more and more difficult to get into. If this trend continue it’s likely that ESF will be even more competitive by the time you apply.

Acceptance rate alone does not indicate your likelihood for getting into ESF - it’s a very high level understanding of the true competition. Use the acceptance rate as a general guide for curating a list of 10-15 schools that fall into different ranges of competitiveness. Then, use the below data to get a deeper understanding of how your application will compare to the rest of the pool.

Does SUNY College of Environmental Science and Forestry Require Test Scores?

SUNY College of Environmental Science and Forestry requires that you either take the SAT or ACT. See the table below for how SUNY College of Environmental Science and Forestry’s accepted students have performed on both tests. You may be wondering how many test scores should you submit. Generally, don’t freak out about taking the test too often. Industry consensus is that you can submit up to 6 tests as a reasonable limit.

SUNY College of Environmental Science and Forestry SAT Requirements

SUNY College of Environmental Science and Forestry’s average SAT score is 1165 - this is the sum of the math and reading portions of the SAT (the 1600 scale). Check out the below table for a deeper look into how students performed - it’s also very interesting to look at the average test score over time. The trend over time helps give insight into whether SUNY College of Environmental Science and Forestry is getting more or less competitive.

SUNY College of Environmental Science and Forestry’s average SAT score is 1165. To be a competitive applicant for SUNY College of Environmental Science and Forestry your SAT score should come close to the average. If you’re closer to the 1070, you’re likely going to have a tougher time getting accepted. To consider SUNY College of Environmental Science and Forestry a “target” school (one that you are likely to get into) you should aim for a score of 1260.

SUNY College of Environmental Science and Forestry ACT Requirements

SUNY College of Environmental Science and Forestry’s average ACT score is 75. To be a competitive applicant for SUNY College of Environmental Science and Forestry your ACT score should come close to the average. If you’re closer to the 68, you’re likely going to have a tougher time getting accepted. To consider SUNY College of Environmental Science and Forestry a “target” school (one that you have a good chance of getting into) you should aim for a score of 82.

SUNY College of Environmental Science and Forestry Requirements

Now you know where you need to be for getting into SUNY College of Environmental Science and Forestry from a grade and test score perspective. Let’s quickly outline what else you’ll need to provide for your application to get reviewed, and then we’ll move onto the most important section: differentiating your app.

How to get into ESF

Follow these steps to maximize your chances of getting into ESF. Everything you read above will help prepare you for what you need to achieve to have a shot at ESF, but these steps will take you even further in applying that knowledge and differentiating your application.

Main Academic Excellence that is in line with ESF admission standards.

1. Score at least a 1165 on the SAT or 75 on the ACT.
2. Maintain a GPA of at least a 3.5.

Join Extracurriculars that Align with ESF’s Values.

1. Join your school band, a sports team or another group activity. If SUNY College of Environmental Science and Forestry values music heavily, for example, then try to participate in an organization related to that topic.
2. Volunteer in your hometown. Syracuse has tons of ways to be involved beyond just the college. SUNY College of Environmental Science and Forestry wants applicants that are also good ambassadors for the school - they want students who will give back to the local community and broader Syracuse area in general.
3. Spend your summer doing something that speaks to your values, personal growth, leadership qualities and other less quantifiable characteristics. ESF needs to see past your test scores and grades - they need to know that you will be a valuable and contributing member of their community. You are more than grades and test scores - your experiences should demonstrate that.

Prepare Your Application

1. Write a stellar essay that shows SUNY College of Environmental Science and Forestry something they can’t figure out from the other parts of your application. For a detailed guide on writing the best college essay, check this out.
2. Get teacher recs that speak to your character. If you know what you’re majoring in and include that in your ESF app, try to have at least 1 recommendation from a teacher in that department.
3. Apply Before the Deadline. Too many students wait until the last minute to submit their application, and too much can go wrong during this precious time window. Since many students are applying on the last day, it’s possible that ESF’s own system crashes. Don’t risk the added stress this can cause - submit your app a few days early.