How to Apply
for Transfer Students

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.

• 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 through the Educational Opportunity Program, or for a cooperative "2+2" or "3+3" programs with Upstate Medical University, you must use the SUNY Application.

The SUNY Application		OR		The Common Application
1) Complete and submit the SUNY Application form online, using the Program Search to select your program of study. Printable version of SUNY Application (PDF) 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. Printable version of Supplemental Application (PDF) 3) Have your school counselor or a teacher 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. 2) Complete the following 3 supplemental forms that are part of The Common Application: SUNY-ESF specific Supplement You must indicate your first and second choice program of study and complete all other items, including the essay question response. School Report Have your school counselor submit the form to the SUNY-ESF Admissions Office. Academic Teacher Evaluation Have a teacher submit this form or a letter of recommendation to the SUNY-ESF Admissions Office. NOTE: If you wish to submit a paper application, choose "Download Forms" from the Common Application menubar.

Step 2: Pay the application fee

A $40 non-refundable application fee must be submitted, as directed by the application you have chosen to use, before your application will be forwarded to the SUNY-ESF Admissions Office.

Step 3: Send your transcripts

Request that 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. If you have earned less than 30 college credits at the time of application, your high school transcript 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.

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.