Stony Brook University (SUNY Stony Brook) is a four-year, public school located in Stony Brook, NY. It is classified as Research University with very high research activity by Carnegie Classification, also known as R1 University. You can compare their tuition and admission statistics at R1 University comparison page.

The SUNY Stony Brook's 2024 tuition & fees is $10,560 for New York residents and $30,350 for out-of-state students for the academic year 2023-2024. 72% of the enrolled undergraduates have received grants or scholarships, with an average aid amount of $10,225.

For the academic year 2022-2023, the school has a total enrollment of 25,710 and the students to faculty ratio is 19 to 1 (5.26%).

SUNY Stony Brook's acceptance rate is 49.00% and the yield (enrollment rate) is 14.00%. The median SAT scores is 1410 and the ACT socre is 31.

SUNY Stony Brook ranked 111st in National Universities and 24th in New York Colleges rankings. Stony Brook University is accredited by Middle States Commission on Higher Education.

2024 Tuition & Fees and 2025 Estimation

For undergraduate programs, the 2024 tuition & fees of Stony Brook University is $10,560 for in-state students and $30,350 for out-of-state students. For graduate programs, its 2024 tuition & fees is $13,943 for in-state students and $27,123 for out-of-state students.

The estimated 2025 tuition & fees for prospective students is $10,560 for New York residents and $32,343 for out-of-state students based on the current year tuition changes from last year. The estimated 2025 graduate school tuition & fees is $13,943 for New York residents and $28,588 for out-of-state students.

In-StateOut-of-State
Undergraduate$10,560$30,350
Graduate$13,943$27,123
In-StateOut-of-State
Undergraduate$10,560$32,343
Graduate$13,943$28,588

The estimation for 2024-2025 tuition costs is based on the cost change rates of last year.


Admission Key Statistics

Acceptance Rate »49.00% Acceptance Rate / 14.00% Yield
Test Scores »1,410 SAT / 31 ACT
Graduation Rate »77%
Transfer-out Rate11%
Retention Rate88%(full-time), 89% (part-time)
Student to Faculty Ratio5.26% (19 to 1)
Student Population »25,710 (17,509 undergraduate)
Average Financial Aid »$10,225

Data source: IPEDS (Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System), College Scorecard

Learning Opportunities and Campus Services

Stony Brook University offers online classes (distance learning opportunities) for both undergraduate and graduate programs. It has ROTC programs and offers teacher certification programs designed to prepare students to meet the requirements for certification as teachers.

Special Learning Opportunities at SUNY Stony Brook
Learning Opportunities
ROTCArmy, NAVY, Air Force
Weekend/Evening CollegeNo
Teacher CertificationYes
Study AbroadYes
On-Campus Services
Academic/career counseling serviceYes
Employment services for studentsYes
Placement services for completersYes
On-campus day care for students' childrenYes

Stony Brook University Directory Information

Address310 Administration Building, Stony Brook, NY 11794-0701
Phone631-632-6000
WEBSchool's Website
AdmissionAdmission Information
Online ApplicationApply Online
Financial AidDeadlines and Applications
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Veterans TuitionVeterans Benefit Information
AthleticAthletic Team Information
Disability ServiceDisability Services
School Typefour-year, public
Carnegie CategoryResearch University (very high research activity)
Highest Degree OfferedDoctor's degree

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