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Stony Brook University

Stony Brook, NY • public • I | Coastal Athletic Association | FCS
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Acceptance
49.0%
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Grad Rate
78%
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Cost
$26,166 / $47,976
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Rankings
US News history

Overview

Institution Type
public
Campus Setting
Suburban
Student Population
Undergrad: 23,741 • Total: 33,031
Academic Calendar
Semester
Honors College/Program
Yes
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Address
100 Nicolls Road
Stony Brook, NY
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Website
stonybrook.edu
Region
Northeast
Carnegie Classification
R1: Doctoral Universities – Very High Research Activity

Student Demographics

Gender Distribution
Male: 11,481 (48.4%) • Female: 12,260 (51.6%)
Race/Ethnicity Distribution
Asian 6,835 28.8%
Black/African American 1,270 5.3%
Hispanic/Latino 3,129 13.2%
White 5,833 24.6%
Two or More Races 610 2.6%
International 1,899 8.0%

Admissions & Selectivity

Acceptance Rate
49.0%
24,670 admitted from 50,341 applicants
Standardized Testing Policy
Sometimes Required
SAT Score Range (25th-75th percentile)
Reading: 640-720
Math: 680-770
Total: 1320-1490
ACT Composite Range (25th-75th percentile)
28-33
Application Types Offered
EA RD
Application Requirements
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Application Fee
$50
Financial Aid Forms
FAFSA only
Deadlines
EA: 11/01/2025
RD: 01/15/2026

Academic Outcomes

6-Year Graduation Rate
77.8%
4-Year Graduation Rate
66.4%
Freshman Retention Rate
89.0%
Student-Faculty Ratio
10.9:1

Cost & Financial Aid

Total Cost of Attendance (2022-23)
In-State
$26,166
Tuition + Room & Board + Books
Out-of-State
$47,976
Tuition + Room & Board + Books
Annual Tuition & Fees (2022-23)
In-state: $7,070
Out-of-state: $28,880
Room & Board
$18,196
Books & Supplies
$900
Average Net Price by Family Income (2022-23)
$0-30,000 $12,943
$30,001-48,000 $15,432
$48,001-75,000 $20,728
$75,001-110,000 $23,424
$110,001+ $27,716
Students Receiving Pell Grants
65%

🏈 Athletics

NCAA Division
I
Conference
Coastal Athletic Association
Football
FCS
Men's Sports (6)
Baseball Basketball Football (FCS) Lacrosse Soccer Track and Field and Cross Country (combined)
Women's Sports (8)
Basketball Lacrosse Soccer Softball Swimming and Diving (combined) Tennis Track and Field and Cross Country (combined) Volleyball
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Common questions about Stony Brook University

What is Stony Brook University's acceptance rate?
Stony Brook University accepts 49% of applicants, from 50,341 applications.
How much does Stony Brook University cost?
Tuition and fees are $7,070 in-state and $28,880 out-of-state. Families earning under $30,000 pay $12,943 on average after aid.
Does Stony Brook University require SAT or ACT scores?
Stony Brook University requires test scores from some applicants.
What ACT score do you need for Stony Brook University?
The middle 50% of admitted students scored between 28 and 33 on the ACT.
What is Stony Brook University's graduation rate?
78% of students graduate within six years.