Stony Brook, NY

Stony Brook University

At a Glance
Admission, Tuition, Population, and more
Updated: July 13, 2024
Stony Brook University is a four-year, public school located in Stony Brook, NY.
It is a R1 university with very high research activities.
Stony Brook University is accredited by Middle States Commission on Higher Education.

49% Acceptance Rate

For 2024-25 admission, 55,880 applied, 27,406 accepted, and 4,042 enrolled in SUNY Stony Brook.
2,001 men and 2,041 women first-time, full-time students enrolled.
Admission Stats

1,420 SAT, 31 ACT

In 2024-25, the average SAT score is 1,420 and ACT score is 31. The SAT score of 1420 is very high, 94 to 96 as in percentile.
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SAT Score
Total133014201500
Evidence-Based Reading and Writing650690730
Math680730770
ACT Score
Composite293133
Math273134
English293335
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2025 Tuition & Fees

The 2025 undergraduate tuition & fees are $10,931 for New York residents and $32,741 for others.
The graduate tuition & fees are $14,222 for New York residents and $29,242 for others.
Tuition has increased by 7.88% compared to last year at Stony Brook University.
Cost Breakdown

Financial Aid

11,349 undergraduate students have awarded and the average amount of the aid awarded is $9,940.
For freshmen, 2,965 students (89%) have received financial aid and its average amount is $10,266.
Detailed Financial Aid

Student Population

A total of 26,689 students enrolled SUNY Stony Brook in 2025.
By gender, 12,622 men and 14,067 women students are enrolled.
There are 18,263 undergraduate and 8,426 graduate students.
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307 Major Programs

  • 3 programs through online
  • 171 graduate programs

Offered Degrees

  • Bachelor's
  • Master's
  • Doctorate
  • Post-graduate Certificate
Area of Study

Graduation Rate

The graduation rate of SUNY Stony Brook is 76% and the transfer-out rate is 14%.
The retention rate is 90% for full-time and 90% for part-time students.
Graduation Rate
76%
Transfer-out Rate
14%
Retention Rate
90%
Students to Faculty Ratio
19 to 1
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Facutly & Staffs

A total of 2,954 faculties (instructional staffs) are working for SUNY Stony Brook and the average faculty salary is $126,439. The studetns to faculty ratio is 19 to 1.
There are 5,585 non-instructional staffs and the average staff salary is $96,256.
Number of Faculties
2,954
Average Faculty Salary
$126,439
Number of Staffs
5,585
Average Staff Salary
$96,256

Special Learning Opportunities

  • Distance Learning (online classes)
  • ROTC
  • Study Abroad
  • Teacher Certificate

On-Campus Services

  • Academic/career counseling
  • Employment services for students
  • Placement services
  • On-Campus Daycare
  • Libraries
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Athletics

Stony Brook University is a member of America East Conference.
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