Binghamton University—SUNY

Binghamton University—SUNY

#79Public research universitySuburban
17,000
Total Students
14,300
Undergrads
2,700
Graduates
39%
Acceptance
📍 Vestal, NY
🎓 Est. 1946
🌐 Website
📊Admissions
39%
Acceptance Rate
3.7-3.9
Middle 50% GPA Range of Admitted Students
1200-1400
Composite Score
Middle 50% SAT Range of Admitted Students
26-31
Composite Score
Middle 50% ACT Range of Admitted Students

Acceptance Rate Trend

20192020202120222023202420252%12%22%32%42%41.0%38.0%36.0%40.0%39.0%39.0%39.0%

SAT Score Range Trend

(middle 50% of admitted students)

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202013201440
202213401510
202313201490
202413201490

Application Timeline

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Early Application Deadline
Not Applicable
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Decision Released
Not Applicable
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Regular Decision Deadline
January 1
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Decision Released
By March 15

Application Methods

Regular Decision
Transfer Admissions
⚖️Fit Profile

👍 Great Fit If You Are:

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Academically driven students

if you’re looking for rigorous coursework, research opportunities, and classmates who take school seriously, Binghamton will push and support you.

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Budget-conscious high achievers

if you want a top-tier education without drowning in debt, this is one of the best value universities in the country.

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Grad school bound

if med school, law school, or PhD programs are on your radar, Binghamton’s academic reputation and advising will set you up well.

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STEM and business-focused students

with strong programs in biology, engineering, and management, you’ll get both theory and practical preparation.

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East Coast suburbanites

if you're from the Northeast and want something not too far from home, with a familiar culture, this is a smooth fit.

🚨 Not Ideal For:

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Party-first students

if you're looking for Greek life dominance, big tailgates, and nonstop social events, Binghamton may feel quiet and academically intense.

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Warm weather seekers

winters in Binghamton can be cold, snowy, and long. Be ready for gray skies.

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Big city lovers

while NYC is ~3 hours away, Binghamton itself is a small city with a quieter pace.

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Students needing constant motivation

if you struggle to stay on top of work without external structure, the self-driven academic culture could be tough.

📍Campus Location
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👨‍🎓Student Life

☀️ Weather & Climate

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spring

45-65°F (7-18°C)

Mild with rain

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summer

70-85°F (21-29°C)

Warm and humid

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45-70°F (7-21°C)

Cool with foliage

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winter

15-30°F (-9 to -1°C)

Cold with snow

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Humid continental climate with cold winters and warm summers

☀️Average 180 sunny days per year

👩‍🎓👨‍🎓 Demographics

9%
International Students

Gender Ratio

Female
55%
Male
45%

Ethnic Distribution

White
45%
Asian
15%
Hispanic
12%
International
9%
African_american
8%
MultiRace
6%
Other
5%

📚 Popular Majors

Business Management
Psychology
Nursing
Biology
Mechanical Engineering
💰Annual Tuition
In-State$10,470
Out-of-State$28,590
🍽️Dining & Nearby Areas

Campus Area Dining

Campus Town
Downtown Binghamton

Nearby Areas

Downtown Binghamton
0.5 miles

Urban district with shops and restaurants

Price Range: $$
Vestal
5 miles

Residential area with casual dining

Price Range: $
💸Career Outcomes
$50,500
Median Earnings
92%
Employment Rate
$48,000
Starting Salary
B+
Career Grade

Top Employers

IBM
JPMorgan Chase
Deloitte
BAE Systems
Lockheed Martin

Top Graduate School Destinations

Cornell University
University of Rochester
SUNY Albany