Binghamton University
School Overview: Acceptance Rate, Tuition, and More
About Binghamton University
School Type: Public
Religious Affiliation: Not applicable
Status: Non-profit
Military Friendly: No
Accreditation: regional
Binghamton University is a medium-sized public university located on a suburban campus in Vestal, New York. It has a total undergraduate enrollment of 14,409, and admissions are very selective, with an acceptance rate of 38%. The university offers 70 bachelor's degrees, has an average graduation rate of 84%, and a student-faculty ratio of 18:1. Tuition and fees for in-state students are $7,070, while tuition and fees for out-of-state students are $26,160.
Admissions Breakdown
Acceptance Rate
Full-Time Student Retention Rate
Six-Year Graduation Rate of Full-Time, First-Time Students
Application Considerations
Test scoresNot required for admission, but considered if submitted (Test Optional)
High school transcriptRequired to be considered for admission
High school rankNot considered for admission, even if submitted
Letter of recommendationRequired to be considered for admission
High school GPARequired to be considered for admission
Open admissionNo
Completion of college prep programNot required for admission, but considered if submitted
Test of English as a foreign language (TOEFL)Required to be considered for admission
Transfer Credit Policy
Dual enrollmentYes
Credit for qualified life experience*Implied no
Advance placement (AP) creditsYes
*This can include previous jobs, trainings, licenses/credentials, or seminars. You may need to complete an exam or provide a portfolio to earn credit.
SAT & ACT
ACT 25th-75th Percentile29-34
SAT 25th-75th Percentile1320-1490
Learning Environment
Student Body Stats
19k
Students enrolled
10%
Online student enrollment
18:1
Student to faculty ratio
Ways Students Can Learn
Demographics
White
50%
Unknown
2%
Black
5%
Hispanic
12%
Two or more races
4%
Non-U.S. Citizen
12%
Asian
16%
American Indian/Alaska Native
0%
Native Hawaiian/Pacific Islander
0%
Socio-economic diversity
27% of students received an income-based Federal Pell Grant intended for low-income students.
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Online Programs
Offers Online Programs
No
Online Programs
0
Total Online Enrollment
1,823
Student Location Breakout
Bar graph visual depicting student location breakout percentages.10% online, 90% on-campus.
Percent of Programs Online
100% On-campus
0% Online
Types of Online Programs Offered
CertificatesNot offered
AssociateNot offered
Bachelor'sNot offered
Graduate CertificateNot offered
Master'sNot offered
DoctorateNot offered
Student Charges
Tuition and Required Fees
| Student Level | In-state | Out-of-state |
|---|---|---|
| Undergraduate | $7,070 | $26,160 |
| Graduate | $11,310 | $23,790 |
Cost of Undergraduate Attendance
Costs based on full-time, first-time degree- or certificate-seeking undergraduates.
| Costs to Consider | Price |
|---|---|
| Books and supplies | $1,000 |
| On-campus room and board | $18,294 |
| On-campus other expenses | $1,000 |
| Off-campus (not with family) room and board | $18,294 |
| Off-campus (not with family) other expenses | $1,000 |
| Off-campus (with family) other expenses | $3,745 |
Total Undergraduate Cost
| Total cost by category | In-state | Out-of-state |
|---|---|---|
| On-campus | $27,364 | $46,454 |
| Off-campus without family | $27,364 | $46,454 |
| Off-campus with family | $11,815 | $30,905 |
Financial Breakdown
Students Receiving Aid
Federal Grant Aid
27%
State Grant Aid
47%
Institution Grant Aid
55%
Pell Grant
27%
Average Aid Awarded
Financial Outlook
$19k
Average student debtafter graduation
$48k
Average salary 6 years after starting school
Varsity Athletic Teams
NCAA Division I-FCS
of the overall student body is a member of an athletic team.
Participation
- All Track Combined
- Baseball
- Basketball
- Golf
- Lacrosse
- Soccer
- Swimming Diving
- Tennis
- Wrestling
- Softball
- Volleyball
Degrees Awarded by Program
| # | Programs | BA | MA | Doc |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Area, Ethnic, Cultural, Gender, And Group Studies. | |||
| 2 | Biological And Biomedical Sciences. | |||
| 3 | Business, Management, Marketing, And Related Support Services. | |||
| 4 | Computer And Information Sciences And Support Services. | |||
| 5 | Education. | |||
| 6 | Engineering. | |||
| 7 | English Language And Literature/Letters. | |||
| 8 | Family And Consumer Sciences/Human Sciences. | |||
| 9 | Foreign Languages, Literatures, And Linguistics. | |||
| 10 | Health Professions And Related Programs. | |||
| 11 | History. | |||
| 12 | Liberal Arts And Sciences, General Studies And Humanities. | |||
| 13 | Mathematics And Statistics. | |||
| 14 | Multi/Interdisciplinary Studies. | |||
| 15 | Natural Resources And Conservation. | |||
| 16 | Philosophy And Religious Studies. | |||
| 17 | Physical Sciences. | |||
| 18 | Psychology. | |||
| 19 | Public Administration And Social Service Professions. | |||
| 20 | Social Sciences. | |||
| 21 | Visual And Performing Arts. |
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