Cheapest Zoology/Animal Biology Colleges in New York

SUNY Oswego delivers the state's most affordable zoology education at just $17,231 net cost, while Cornell commands $32,337 despite its 95% graduation rate. New York's zoos, aquariums, and wildlife research facilities create strong career pathways for graduates, though early earnings hover between $19,683 and $24,035. The $15,000 cost gap between public and private options makes SUNY schools particularly attractive for budget-conscious students pursuing animal biology careers.

Programs

$17,231 – $32,337

Net Price Range

$22,275

Avg. Program Earnings

70.3%

Avg. Graduation Rate

5 Zoology/Animal Biology Programs

Program rankings
#	School	Net Price	In-State Tuition	Graduation Rate	Acceptance Rate
1	State University of New York at Oswego Oswego, New York	$17,231	$8,769	60.4%	82.6%
2	Canisius University Buffalo, New York	$18,322	$32,720	70.7%	77.7%
3	SUNY College of Environmental Science and Forestry Syracuse, New York	$18,730	$9,206	69.9%	69.5%
4	Utica University Utica, New York	$21,869	$24,308	55.5%	80.9%
5	Cornell University Ithaca, New York	$32,337	$66,014	95.1%	7.5%

Frequently Asked Questions

What explains the massive cost difference between New York's cheapest and most expensive zoology programs?

SUNY Oswego costs $17,231 annually while Cornell reaches $32,337, creating a $15,106 gap primarily due to public versus private funding models. Cornell's 95% graduation rate and Ivy League reputation justify higher costs for some families, but SUNY options deliver solid 60-70% completion rates at half the price.

How do graduation rates vary among New York's most affordable zoology programs?

Graduation rates span from 55.5% at Utica University to 95.1% at Cornell, with most affordable options clustering between 60-70%. SUNY Environmental Science and Forestry achieves 69.9% completion despite charging only $18,730, making it a strong value proposition for degree completion.

Does attending a more expensive program guarantee higher earnings in zoology?

Surprisingly, SUNY Oswego graduates earn $24,035 annually while paying the lowest costs, outpacing both Canisius ($23,108 earnings) and SUNY ESF ($19,683 earnings). This suggests that program cost doesn't directly correlate with starting salaries in New York's animal biology field.

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Net price reflects the average cost after grants and scholarships for first-time, full-time students. See our methodology for details.