Hands-on preparation for environmental science and forestry studies. Prepares for continued education.

Prepare for a career in environmental science, forestry, or natural resource conservation. Gain the knowledge and skills needed for careers in sustainability, conservation, and environmental management. Complete foundational coursework for seamless transfer.

"Pre-ESF offers 23 options for students."

Mark D'Arcy, Assistant Professor, Mathematics and Physics

2 Years Associate of Arts

Program Advantages

Environmental science and forestry is a diverse field requiring professionals of many specialties. That’s why we’ve designed this program to prepare you to enter into several areas—from environmental science to paper science engineering to forestry and natural resource conservation.

This program prepares graduates for the Bachelor of Science degree program in environmental science and/or the associate degree in forestry and natural resource conservation from the SUNY College of Environmental Science and Forestry (ESF). After the first two years of study at Alfred State, transfers to ESF may apply to a variety of programs.

 

Pioneer Quotes

"Pre-ESF is a great program for students that want to begin their college education at Alfred State and then transfer to a college that offers degrees in Environmental Science and Forestry. Pre-ESF offers 23 options for students to take a prescribed set of courses at Alfred State for one or two years and then transfer to the corresponding program at the SUNY College of Environmental Science and Forestry in Syracuse, NY." -Mark D'Arcy, Assistant Professor

 

Contact

Simon Whitehouse, Chair

whitehs@alfredstate.edu

607-587-4265

 

Related Links

https://www.esf.edu/

Professional Outlook

Do you love the outdoors? According to the U.S. Forest Service, there are upward of 200 million acres of forest, lakes, mountains and grassland requiring research, maintenance, and protection. And, it is the responsibility of forestry technicians to perform these services. There are a variety of forestry positions and most employers are looking for applicants with at least two years of postsecondary education.

U.S. Forestry Service and U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics

PROGRAM AT A GLANCE

Length of Program:

2 Years

Method of Delivery:

On-Campus

Department:

Mathematics and Physics Department

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PROGRAM DETAILS

Courses You May Take

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Admissions Requirements

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SKILLS YOU'LL LEARN

In this program, you’ll build strong foundations in math, science, and reasoning while learning the methods scientists use to explore natural phenomena. You’ll strengthen research, writing, and communication skills, apply technology to analyze data, and prepare for seamless transfer into bachelor’s programs in environmental science, forestry, or related fields.

LAND A GREAT CAREER

Wondering where your skills can take you? Our career tool lets you explore real job titles, key skills, salary ranges, and job outlook data from the US Bureau of Labor Statistics nationally or for New York State.

See how your Alfred State degree connects directly to in-demand careers and start planning your future with confidence.

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You've seen our wide variety of majors at Alfred State, our great faculty who help you build your skills, and that you can do it at an incredible low cost. Now's the time to become an Alfred State Pioneer.