OPTION 1 |
OPTION 2 The Common Application |
1) Complete and submit the on-line SUNY Application form online, using the Program Search to select your program of study. 2) Complete and submit the SUNY-ESF Supplemental Application on which you must indicate your first and second choice of major and complete all other items, including the essay question response. 3) Have your college advisor or a faculty member submit the SUNY-ESF Teacher/Counselor Recommendation form (PDF only) or a letter of recommendation to the SUNY-ESF Admissions Office. |
1) Complete and submit The Common Application form on-line. 2) Complete and submit the following supplemental forms that are part of The Common Application:
NOTE: If you wish to submit a paper application and supplemental materials, choose "Download Forms" from the Common Application menubar. Follow the directions on The Common Application web site. You must then submit your paper application and fee (payable to SUNY-ESF) to the SUNY-ESF Office of Undergraduate Admissions. |
How to Apply
for Transfer Students
If you are applying for the spring 2013 semester or as a fall 2013 Early Decision freshman applicant and the effects of Hurricane Sandy have impacted your ability to submit your application materials, please call the Office of Undergraduate Admissions at the number below to speak to an Admissions Counselor about your application.
Step 1: Choose which application to complete
You may apply to SUNY-ESF using either The Common Application OR the SUNY Application, both available online. Then follow the directions for the application you choose outlined here.
- NOTE: Transfers who have earned or will earn an A.A. or A.S. at a SUNY college must use the SUNY Application process to receive the SUNY transfer application fee waiver. Additionally, if you are applying for a cooperative "2+2" or "3+3" programs with Upstate Medical University, you must use the SUNY Application.
Step 2: Pay the application fee
A $50 non-refundable application fee or completed fee waiver must be submitted, as directed by the application process you have chosen to use, before your application will be forwarded to the SUNY-ESF Admissions Office.
Step 3: Send your transcripts
Request an official transcript from every college or educational institution you’ve attended, including your high school, be sent directly to the SUNY-ESF Admissions Office. You may also be asked to submit a mid-term grade report for your current semester. If you have earned less than 30 college credits at the time of application, your high school transcript and results of either the SAT I or ACT will be required for review by the Admissions Committee. All transfer applicants are required to submit an official final high school transcript or GED results to verify high school graduation or equivalent.
Application Codes
- SAT Code: 2530
- ACT Code: 2948
- TOEFL DI Code: 2530
- FAFSA Code: 002851
- NYS TAP: 0950
Application Deadlines
Spring 2013
- All Applicants:
November 1, 2012*
Fall 2013
- Early Decision Freshman:
December 1, 2012 - Regular Freshman:
February 1, 2013* - Guaranteed Transfer:
February 1, 2013* - Transfer:
March 1, 2013*
*Applications received after this date will be considered on a space available basis.
Step 4: Apply for Financial Aid
Complete the Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA) and have the results sent to ESF. Our FAFSA Code is 002851. The recommended filing date is March 1.
- NOTE: International students are not eligible for financial aid.
Application Codes
- SAT Code: 2530
- ACT Code: 2948
- TOEFL DI Code: 2530
- FAFSA Code: 002851
- NYS TAP: 0950
Application Deadlines
Spring 2013
- All Applicants:
November 1, 2012*
Fall 2013
- Early Decision Freshman:
December 1, 2012 - Regular Freshman:
February 1, 2013* - Guaranteed Transfer:
February 1, 2013* - Transfer:
March 1, 2013*
*Applications received after this date will be considered on a space available basis.
Application Codes
- SAT Code: 2530
- ACT Code: 2948
- TOEFL DI Code: 2530
- FAFSA Code: 002851
- NYS TAP: 0950
Application Deadlines
Spring 2013
- All Applicants:
November 1, 2012*
Fall 2013
- Early Decision Freshman:
December 1, 2012 - Regular Freshman:
February 1, 2013* - Guaranteed Transfer:
February 1, 2013* - Transfer:
March 1, 2013*
*Applications received after this date will be considered on a space available basis.
