Binghamton University (SUNY)
Founded 1946
President Harvey Stenger (President)
Fees USD 10,237
Acceptance Rate Selective (20–50%)
Campus Setting Suburban
Binghamton University is a premier public research university and one of the four university centers of the State University of New York (SUNY) system, founded in 1946. Located in Vestal, New York near the city of Binghamton, it is consistently ranked among the top public universities in the United States and is known for its rigorous academics, strong research output, and exceptional value. The university enrolls approximately 18,000 students and offers more than 190 undergraduate and 140 graduate programs.
Schools and Colleges
- Harpur College of Arts and Sciences — The liberal arts core of Binghamton, offering programs in humanities, social sciences, and natural sciences
- School of Management (SOM) — AACSB-accredited undergraduate and MBA programs
- Thomas J. Watson College of Engineering and Applied Science — Engineering and computer science programs
- College of Community and Public Affairs (CCPA) — Social work, public administration, and human development
- Decker College of Nursing and Health Sciences — BSN, MSN, and health sciences programs
- School of Pharmacy and Pharmaceutical Sciences — PharmD and pharmaceutical research
How to Apply
- Application: SUNY Application or Common App
- Application Fee: $50
- Transcripts: Official high school transcripts required
- Test Scores: Test-optional; middle 50% SAT 1290–1470, ACT 30–34
- Essays: Personal statement required
- English Proficiency: TOEFL 80+ or IELTS 6.5+
Key Deadlines
- Early Action: November 1
- Regular Decision: January 15
Admission Requirements
- Acceptance Rate: ~40%
- Average GPA: ~3.7
- In-State Tuition: ~$10,237 | Out-of-State: ~$27,767