Accepted Students
Congratulations! You're in!
We’re thrilled to welcome you to ESF and look forward to seeing how you will Improve Our World.
Are you ready to secure your spot as a Mighty Oak? Just follow these steps by the deadline in your letter of admission:
- Log in to your applicant portal.
- Scroll to the “forms” section on your checklist and click “Reply to Admissions Decision.”
- Choose the option to accept your offer and proceed with the Enrollment Agreement form to select your housing preferences.
- Pay your $400 enrollment deposit.
If you need assistance, please email esfinfo@esf.edu.
Join us for an Accepted Student Reception
Attending an Accepted Student Reception provides an opportunity to envision yourself as a student at ESF. At this daylong event you will meet your ESF classmates, learn more about academic and student life and be our guests for lunch at the campus dining center. Virtual events provide an opportunity to talk with ESF faculty, staff, and students about what to expect for your academic and student experience.
Register now for Syracuse campus, Ranger School, and Online Student receptions!
Individual Accepted Student Visits
If you are unable to attend an Accepted Student Reception, our Admissions team is available for accepted student appointments and campus tours at 8:45 a.m. Monday through Friday during the spring semester. The visit is two to two and half hours.
Call (315) 470-6600 to schedule a visit. Individual virtual appointments may be scheduled by calling the same number. For Ranger School visits call (315)-848-2566.
Learn about Financial Aid
Have questions about financial aid or scholarships? We can provide answers and help you with next steps!
We’re available for meetings by appointment from
8:30 a.m. - 4:30 p.m. Monday through Friday.
Any questions, please contact the Office of Financial Aid and Scholarships at finaid@esf.edu or (315) 470-6706.
Hear from a Mighty Oak
If you know you want to better the environment, come here — that’s what we’re all about. I ended up choosing ESF for its reputation. I know when I graduate and an employer sees ‘ESF,’ they’ll know I got a quality education.Layla Blask, Environmental Studies
About ESF
Programs, Majors, Minors
We offer 24 Bachelor of Science programs, 28 minors, and three associate degree programs
within our eight academic departments.
Student Life
ESF students are encouraged to dive in and take advantage of all that ESF has to offer. We offer many opportunities for support, leadership, extracurricular involvement, and lifelong friendships.
Go >Tuition & Aid
A college education is an investment in your future, and it’s hard to find a better
educational value than ESF. Find out how we can help make college more affordable.
Contact Us
Finding the right college can be both exciting and overwhelming. If you have any questions at any point in your journey, the Office of Undergraduate Admissions is here for you:
esfinfo@esf.edu | (315) 470-6600
Academic Year: Monday – Friday 8 a.m. - 4:30 p.m.
Summer: Monday – Thursday 8 a.m. - 4 p.m.
Friday 8 a.m. to noon