Ecology, Evolution, Systematics, and Population Biology (Bachelor's Degree) at SUNY College of Environmental Science and Forestry

Est. Earnings (1yr)

$23,682

Est. from NY median (5 programs)

Est. Median Debt

$20,731

Est. from national median (47 programs)

Where SUNY College of Environmental Science and Forestry Stands

Earnings vs. debt across all ecology, evolution, systematics, and population biology bachelors's programs nationally

Earnings Over Time

How earnings evolve from 1 year to 4 years after graduation

School	1 Year	4 Years	Growth
SUNY College of Environmental Science and Forestry	—	$37,964	—
New York University	$41,024	$63,003	+54%
Harvard University	$31,999	$54,389	+70%
State University of New York at Plattsburgh	$23,682	$40,039	+69%
Stony Brook University	$22,725	$38,257	+68%

Compare to Similar Programs in New York

Ecology, Evolution, Systematics, and Population Biology bachelors's programs at peer institutions in New York (23 total in state)

School	In-State Tuition	Earnings (1yr)*	Earnings (4yr)	Median Debt*	Debt/Earnings
SUNY College of Environmental Science and ForestrySyracuse	$9,206	$23,682*	$37,964	$20,731*	—
New York UniversityNew York	$60,438	$41,024*	$63,003	$25,000*	0.61
Siena CollegeLoudonville	$44,405	$37,789*	—	$27,000*	0.71
State University of New York at PlattsburghPlattsburgh	$8,881	$23,682*	$40,039	—*	—
Stony Brook UniversityStony Brook	$10,560	$22,725*	$38,257	$20,500*	0.90
St Lawrence UniversityCanton	$63,870	$17,443*	—	$26,500*	1.52
National Median	—	$29,460*	—	$23,480*	0.80

* Estimated from similar programs

Career Paths

Occupations commonly associated with ecology, evolution, systematics, and population biology graduates

Natural Sciences Managers

Plan, direct, or coordinate activities in such fields as life sciences, physical sciences, mathematics, statistics, and research and development in these fields.

$161,180/yrJobs growth:Bachelor's degree

Clinical Research Coordinators

Plan, direct, or coordinate clinical research projects. Direct the activities of workers engaged in clinical research projects to ensure compliance with protocols and overall clinical objectives. May evaluate and analyze clinical data.

$161,180/yrJobs growth:Bachelor's degree

Water Resource Specialists

Design or implement programs and strategies related to water resource issues such as supply, quality, and regulatory compliance issues.

$161,180/yrJobs growth:Bachelor's degree

Statisticians

Develop or apply mathematical or statistical theory and methods to collect, organize, interpret, and summarize numerical data to provide usable information. May specialize in fields such as bio-statistics, agricultural statistics, business statistics, or economic statistics. Includes mathematical and survey statisticians.

$104,350/yrJobs growth:Master's degree

Biostatisticians

Develop and apply biostatistical theory and methods to the study of life sciences.

$104,350/yrJobs growth:Master's degree

Medical Scientists, Except Epidemiologists

Conduct research dealing with the understanding of human diseases and the improvement of human health. Engage in clinical investigation, research and development, or other related activities. Includes physicians, dentists, public health specialists, pharmacologists, and medical pathologists who primarily conduct research.

$100,590/yrJobs growth:Doctoral or professional degree

Epidemiologists

Investigate and describe the determinants and distribution of disease, disability, or health outcomes. May develop the means for prevention and control.

$83,980/yrJobs growth:Master's degree

Biological Science Teachers, Postsecondary

Teach courses in biological sciences. Includes both teachers primarily engaged in teaching and those who do a combination of teaching and research.

$83,980/yrJobs growth:

Forestry and Conservation Science Teachers, Postsecondary

Teach courses in forestry and conservation science. Includes both teachers primarily engaged in teaching and those who do a combination of teaching and research.

$83,980/yrJobs growth:

Environmental Science Teachers, Postsecondary

Teach courses in environmental science. Includes both teachers primarily engaged in teaching and those who do a combination of teaching and research.

$83,980/yrJobs growth:

Health Specialties Teachers, Postsecondary

Teach courses in health specialties, in fields such as dentistry, laboratory technology, medicine, pharmacy, public health, therapy, and veterinary medicine.

$83,980/yrJobs growth:

Zoologists and Wildlife Biologists

Study the origins, behavior, diseases, genetics, and life processes of animals and wildlife. May specialize in wildlife research and management. May collect and analyze biological data to determine the environmental effects of present and potential use of land and water habitats.

$72,860/yrJobs growth:Bachelor's degree

About This Data

Source: U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard (October 2025 release)

Population: Graduates who received federal financial aid (Title IV grants or loans). At SUNY College of Environmental Science and Forestry, approximately 26% of students receive Pell grants. Students who did not receive federal aid are not included in these figures.

Earnings: Median earnings from IRS W-2 data for graduates who are employed and not enrolled in further education, measured 1 year after completion. Earnings are pre-tax and include wages, salaries, and self-employment income.

Debt: Median cumulative federal loan debt at graduation. Does not include private loans or Parent PLUS loans borrowed on behalf of students.

Estimated Earnings: Actual earnings data is not available for this program (typically due to privacy thresholds when fewer than 30 graduates reported earnings). The estimate shown is based on the median of 5 similar programs in NY. Actual outcomes may vary.