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Stony Brook University, SUNY
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  • 4 Year
  • STONY BROOK, NY

Report Card

grade A minus
Overall Niche Grade
  1. Academics
    grade A
  2. Value
    grade A
  3. Diversity
    grade A+
  4. Campus
    grade D+
  5. Athletics
    grade A minus
  6. Party Scene
    grade B minus
  7. Professors
    grade B+
  8. Location
    grade C
  9. Dorms
    grade C minus
  10. Campus Food
    grade C minus
  11. Student Life
    grade B minus
  12. Safety
    grade B

About

118 ADMINISTRATION BUILDING
STONY BROOK, NY 11794
Branch of
SUNY System
Athletic Division
NCAA Division I-FCS
Athletic Conference
Colonial Athletic Association
From Stony Brook University, SUNY

At Stony Brook University, an exciting and dynamic education awaits you. Explore your passions while enjoying a vibrant student life, jump-starting your future with competitive career opportunities, and spending your college years in one of the most beautiful and desirable locations in America. The possibilities are endless.

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Stony Brook University, SUNY Rankings

Niche rankings are based on rigorous analysis of key statistics from the U.S. Department of Education and millions of reviews.

Admissions

Application Deadline
January 15
Acceptance Rate
49%
SAT Range
1230-1440
ACT Range
26-32
Application Fee
$50
SAT/ACT
Considered but not required
High School GPA
Required
Accepts Common App
Yes

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Cost

Net Price
$16,478 / year
National
$15,523
Average cost after financial aid for students receiving grant or scholarship aid, as reported by the college.
Average Total Aid Awarded
$10,468 / year
National
$7,535
Students Receiving Financial Aid
76%

Scholarship

Academics

Professors
grade B+
Based on faculty accomplishments, salary, student reviews, and additional factors.
Student Faculty Ratio
8:1
Evening Degree Programs
No
65%
of students agree that professors put a lot of effort into teaching their classes. 182 responses
45%
of students agree that it is easy to get the classes they want. 211 responses
37%
of students agree that the workload is easy to manage. 211 responses

Majors

Online

Online Programs Offered
0
Offers Online Courses
Yes
Online Certificate Programs
0
Online Associates Programs
0
Online Bachelor's Programs
0
How Students Learn
  • Mix of Online and on Campus
    46%
  • On Campus
    1%
  • Online
    53%

Students

Full-Time Enrollment
16,586 Undergrads
Part-Time Undergrads
1,424
Undergrads Over 25
7%
Pell Grant
37%
Varsity Athletes
3%
Poll
What one word or phrase best describes the typical student at this school?
Based on 132 responses
  • Science Related Majors
    44%
  • Pre-medicine
    27%
  • Competitive
    8%
  • Academic and stable
    6%
  • No one talks to you
    5%
  • Science and Research
    3%
  • Lots of school pride and spirit
    2%

Campus Life

Freshmen Live On-Campus
No data available  
Poll
55%
of students say that Greek life is average, and no one will treat you differently if you don't join. 221 responses
Poll
46%
of students say varsity sporting events are attended, but not a huge part of campus life. 252 responses
Poll
What one word or phrase best describes your school?
Based on 148 responses
  • Educational
    24%
  • Good
    16%
  • Excellent
    14%
  • Challenging but fun
    13%
  • Boring
    11%
  • Wonderful
    6%
  • Cut throat
    4%

After College

Median Earnings 6 Years After Graduation
$57,600 / year
National
$33,028
Graduation Rate
76%
National
49%
Employed 2 Years After Graduation
91%
National
83%
63%
of students feel confident they will find a job in their field after graduation. 110 responses

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