Bachelor of Science in Sustainable Energy Management
Syracuse, USA
DURATION
4 Years
LANGUAGES
English
PACE
Full time
APPLICATION DEADLINE
15 Jan 2025*
EARLIEST START DATE
13 Jan 2025
TUITION FEES
USD 10,015 / per semester **
STUDY FORMAT
On-Campus
* regular decision filing deadline
** maximum total tuition for 12 credit hours or more
Introduction
The Sustainable Energy Management bachelor program is designed for students with a strong interest in energy use and the associated impacts on our natural environment. Students will learn about the production and conversion of different forms of energy, their current and future supplies, and the markets and policy mechanisms that regulate their supply.
Our courses focus on solving critical challenges.
Combining management skills with an understanding of responsible energy resources use and the development of sustainable sources of energy. Students will learn about the production and conversion of different forms of energy, their current and future supplies, and the markets and policy mechanisms that regulate their supply.
The Sustainable Energy Management (SEM) program introduces students to a wide range of energy markets and resources (fossil fuels, electricity, renewable, and sustainable energy resources) while maintaining substantial flexibility for student-centered learning in understanding and managing energy systems.
The Sustainable Energy Management program is based on a vision that combines professional competency in management skills with a strong foundation in the social and biophysical sciences. The study of responsible energy resources use, and the development of sustainable sources of energy, has become a critical national and global issue. Energy issues include concerns about the quality and quantity of the different potential resources, energy security, and the potential impacts of each on the environment and human health. It is essential that our society and energy professionals gain an understanding of the production and conversion of different forms of energy, their current and future supplies, the markets and policy mechanisms that regulate their supply, and the associated impacts on the environment for each fuel.
Students interested in this program typically have a strong interest in energy use and associated impacts on our natural resources and environments. This major exposes students to views from a variety of disciplines as they investigate issues related to current and future energy supply and use. Students likely have an interest in exploring sustainable uses of energy and resources and want to develop the professional knowledge and skills needed to conserve and manage energy resources and the environment. ESF provides a variety of opportunities to meet students’ needs through sustainable and renewable energy demonstration projects, research in energy topics, and ESF's adoption of energy-efficient and renewable energy projects. Experiential field learning is combined with learning concepts and skills in the classroom and laboratory on ESF's Syracuse campus.
The SEM major requires a base of coursework in math and science, with additional work in applied economics, statistics, and applied energy courses. The major has a strong focus on developing the management skills needed to work in the energy field. ESF has significant applied energy research and demonstration projects in place to provide students with valuable sources of experiential learning and data for analysis. In addition, the Central NY region has significant sustainable energy projects in place and underway as more assets for the development of experiential learning opportunities.
Admissions
Program Outcome
A degree in Sustainable Energy Management prepares students with professional skills that employers look for in new employees, including proficiency in written and oral communication; quantitative and qualitative problem-solving; and critical thinking skills.
Program Tuition Fee
Scholarships and Funding
The College offers these basic forms of student financial assistance: scholarships or grants; part-time employment; educational loans; assistantships, tuition scholarships, and fellowships for graduate students; a deferred tuition payment plan; and sources of non-need loans to students and parents.
Federal and state financial aid programs are for United States citizens, permanent residents or other eligible non-citizens. International students will be considered for academic merit-based scholarships, assistantships and fellowships, but are not eligible for need-based student financial assistance. Aid programs are coordinated to supplement parental support, summer work, savings, and assistance from other sources. The sources of funds for financial assistance programs, the guidelines for determining the recipients, the procedures for applying, and the method of disbursement of funds vary from one program to another.
Financial aid is awarded primarily on the basis of financial need. Some scholarships and fellowships, however, are based on other criteria, such as academic achievement. Assistantships, tuition scholarships and fellowships for graduate students are awarded based upon academic achievement.
In order for students to receive aid, they must be making satisfactory academic progress toward a degree. Please refer to the appropriate sections under ESF College Aid, Federal Student Aid, and New York State Aid later in this chapter for satisfactory academic progress requirements.
In addition, students are only eligible to receive most types of aid for courses that are required for degree completion. Students enrolled in credits beyond the number required for the degree or enrolled in courses that are not applicable to a degree requirement will have financial aid adjusted accordingly.
Financial aid advisors are aware of the many problems associated with financing higher education and meeting living expenses for both undergraduate and graduate students and are available to discuss individual problems. All students are encouraged to apply for financial aid.
Financial Aid Philosophy
Financial aid at SUNY ESF is intended to assist students with education and essential cost-of-living expenses. Funds are awarded primarily on the basis of financial need and are coordinated to supplement parental support, student employment earnings, savings, and assistance from other sources. Some scholarships and fellowships are awarded based on additional criteria, such as academic achievement. Graduate student assistantships, tuition scholarships, and fellowships are not based on financial need.
Special Circumstances
Financial aid advisors at SUNY ESF are aware of the many challenges involved with financing higher education and meeting day-to-day living expenses. Families and students with special circumstances affecting their ability to cover these expenses are encouraged to contact the Financial Aid Office. Circumstances warranting a file review include, but are not limited to:
- Job Loss or Change in Family Income
- Education or Essential Living Expenses not Included in the Cost of Attendance Budget
- Unexpected or Unreimbursed Medical Expenses