Stony Brook University
School Overview: Acceptance Rate, Tuition, and More
About Stony Brook University
School Type: Public
Religious Affiliation: Not applicable
Status: Non-profit
Military Friendly: No
Accreditation: regional
Stony Brook University is a large public university located on a suburban campus in Stony Brook, New York. It has a total undergraduate enrollment of 17,549, and admissions are very selective, with an acceptance rate of 49%. The university offers 74 bachelor's degrees, has an average graduation rate of 77%, and a student-faculty ratio of 19:1. Tuition and fees for in-state students are $7,070, while tuition and fees for out-of-state students are $26,860.
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Admissions Breakdown
Retention Rate Insight
89% of full-time students stayed to continue their studies the following academic year. These students started in Fall 2020 and returned in Fall 2021.
Graduation Rate Insight
77% of students graduated out of all full-time, first-time students who began their studies in Fall 2015. Keep in mind many students who enroll are not typically first-time students, as most are adult learners. Therefore, the number of first-time students is traditionally low.
Application Considerations
Test scoresNot required for admission, but considered if submitted (Test Optional)
High school transcriptRequired
High school rankNot required for admission, but considered if submitted
Letter of recommendationRequired
High school GPARequired to be considered for admission
Open admissionNo
Completion of college prep programRecommended
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 Percentile28-33
SAT 25th-75th Percentile1320-1480
Learning Environment
Student Body Stats
26k
Students enrolled
62%
Online student enrollment
19:1
Student to faculty ratio
Ways Students Can Learn
Demographics
White
18%
Unknown
3%
Black
4%
Hispanic
10%
Two or more races
2%
Non-U.S. Citizen
6%
Asian
24%
American Indian/Alaska Native
0%
Native Hawaiian/Pacific Islander
0%
Socio-economic diversity
23% of students received an income-based Federal Pell Grant intended for low-income students.
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Online Programs
Offers Online Programs
Yes
Online Programs
23
Total Online Enrollment
15,999
Student Location Breakout
Bar graph visual depicting student location breakout percentages.62% online, 38% on-campus.
Percent of Programs Online
92% On-campus
8% Online
Types of Online Programs Offered
CertificatesNot offered
AssociateNot offered
Bachelor's1% online
Graduate Certificate20% online
Master's12% online
Doctorate2% online
Student Charges
Tuition and Required Fees
| Student Level | In-state | Out-of-state |
|---|---|---|
| Undergraduate | $59,784 | $59,784 |
| Graduate | $54,672 | $54,672 |
Cost of Undergraduate Attendance
Costs based on full-time, first-time degree or certificate-seeking undergraduates for the 2021–2022 academic year.
| Costs to Consider | Price |
|---|---|
| Books and supplies | $1,200 |
| On-campus room and board | $17,758 |
| On-campus other expenses | $2,600 |
| Off-campus (not with family) room and board | Currently unavailable |
| Off-campus (not with family) other expenses | Currently unavailable |
| Off-campus (with family) other expenses | Currently unavailable |
Total Undergraduate Cost
| Total cost by category | In-state | Out-of-state |
|---|---|---|
| On-campus | $81,342 | $81,342 |
| Off-campus without family | $60,984 | $60,984 |
| Off-campus with family | $60,984 | $60,984 |
Financial Breakdown
Students Receiving Aid
Federal Grant Aid
54%
State Grant Aid
48%
Institution Grant Aid
77%
Pell Grant
23%
Average Aid Awarded
Financial Outlook
$18k
Average student debtafter graduation
$44k
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
- Football
- Lacrosse
- Soccer
- Softball
- Swimming Diving
- Tennis
- Volleyball
Degrees Awarded by Program
Degrees given for the 2021-2022 academic year.
| # | Programs | BA | MA | Doc |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Architecture And Related Services. | |||
| 2 | Area, Ethnic, Cultural, Gender, And Group Studies. | |||
| 3 | Biological And Biomedical Sciences. | |||
| 4 | Business, Management, Marketing, And Related Support Services. | |||
| 5 | Communication, Journalism, And Related Programs. | |||
| 6 | Computer And Information Sciences And Support Services. | |||
| 7 | Education. | |||
| 8 | Engineering. | |||
| 9 | English Language And Literature/Letters. | |||
| 10 | Foreign Languages, Literatures, And Linguistics. | |||
| 11 | Health Professions And Related Programs. | |||
| 12 | History. | |||
| 13 | Liberal Arts And Sciences, General Studies And Humanities. | |||
| 14 | Mathematics And Statistics. | |||
| 15 | Multi/Interdisciplinary Studies. | |||
| 16 | Natural Resources And Conservation. | |||
| 17 | Philosophy And Religious Studies. | |||
| 18 | Physical Sciences. | |||
| 19 | Psychology. | |||
| 20 | Public Administration And Social Service Professions. | |||
| 21 | Social Sciences. | |||
| 22 | Visual And Performing Arts. |
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Data collected from the Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System (IPEDS), [2021-2022]. In the absence of IPED data, information was collected directly from the school and is accurate as of the date of collection. Contact the school directly for the most current and complete information.