Stony Brook University
Originally founded as a school for math and science teachers, Stony Brook University is a 4-year public university on Long Island and part of the State University of New York system. Stony Brook is home to 12 schools and colleges conferring degrees in over 200 academic programs as well as the SUNY system’s only undergraduate journalism school. Every spring, students from across campus compete in the annual Roth Pond Regatta, a boat race featuring student-constructed crafts. Throughout the year, Stony Brook schedules a number of all-campus celebrations including Diversity Day and Earthstock.
Admissions
Key Admissions Stats
Institution Type
Public
- Not for Profit
- Coed
Need Blind
This school does not consider an applicant’s financial situation when deciding admission
Level of Institution
4 Year
Campus Setting
Suburb or town
Admissions Requirements
SAT
No
ACT
No
Transcript
Yes
Important Deadlines
| Application Type | Application Deadline | Reply Deadline |
|---|---|---|
| Early Action Acceptance is not binding, but student will receive admissions decision earlier. | October 15 | |
| Fall Regular Decision | January 15 | |
| Spring Regular Decision | November 1 |
Admitted Student Stats
5%
Submitting ACT
41%
Submitting SAT
Average ACT Composite: 29
Average SAT Composite: 1337
Academics
Key Academic Stats
Highest Degree Offered
Doctorate
Total Number of Students
25,710
Total Number of Undergrads
17,509
Classroom Sizes
0
100
63%
Graduate in 4 Years US National: 28%
0
100
76%
Graduate in 6 Years US National: 52%
Student:Faculty Ratio
19:1
US National: 21:1Tuition, Cost & Aid
Key Financial Stats
Tuition
| In-State Tuition In-state tuition is the tuition charged by institutions to those students who meet the state's or institution's residency requirements. In-district tuition is the tuition charged by the institution to those students residing in the locality in which they attend school and may be a lower rate than in-state tuition if offered by the institution. | $10,560 |
| Out-of-State Tuition Out-of-state tuition is the tuition charged by institutions to those students who do not meet the state’s or institution’s residency requirements. Out-of-district tuition is the tuition charged by the institution to those students not residing in the locality in which they attend school. | $30,350 |
Additional Costs
Room and Board The weighted average for room and board and other expenses is generated as follows:
| $17,662 |
| Books and Supplies | $900 |
Aid & Grants
0
100
59%
Need Met
Students Receiving Gift Aid Percent of undergraduate students awarded federal gift aid. Federal gift aid includes any grant or scholarship aid awarded, from the federal government, a state or local government, the institution, and other sources known by the institution. Students Receiving Grants Percent of undergraduate students awarded grant aid. Grant aid includes any grant or scholarship aid awarded, from the federal government, a state or local government, the institution, and other sources known by the institution.
37%
Average Aid Per Year
$11,584
37%
Average Federal Grant Aid Per Year
$6,714
Average Institution Grant Aid Per Year
$4,582
Student Loans
Students Borrowing Loans Loans to students - Any monies that must be repaid to the lending institution for which the student is the designated borrower. Includes all Title IV subsidized and unsubsidized loans and all institutionally- and privately-sponsored loans. Does not include PLUS and other loans made directly to parents.
43%
Average Loan Amount Per Year
$7,068
Average Debt at Graduation The median federal debt of undergraduate borrowers who graduated. This figure includes only federal loans; it excludes private student loans and Parent PLUS loans.
$15,000
Median Monthly Loan Payment The median monthly loan payment for student borrowers who completed, if it were repaid over 10 years at a 5.05% interest rate.
$181
Campus Life
Key Campus Stats
Student Gender
Student Organizations
316
Size of Town
Suburb or town
LGBTQIA Student Resource Groups
Yes
On Campus Women's Center
Yes
Housing
0
100
53%
Undergrads Living on Campus
On-campus living required of freshman
No
Athletics
Divisional Sports Nickname
Seawolves
School Colors
red, blue, and white
Varsity Athletics Association
NCAA
Varsity Athletics Conference Primary
Colonial Athletic Association
Campus Safety
24-HR security patrol
Yes
Campus emergency phones
Yes
After Graduation
Post Grad Stats
Top 5 Cities
New York
San Francisco
Boston
Washington
Los Angeles
Employed
6 mos. after graduation
63%
Average Salary
6 years after graduation
$62,600
What Students Are Saying
Stony Brook University affords one the opportunity to achieve goals they never thought possible. You will be pushed and tested but it is for your benefit in the future. For the price of the school, the amount you will learn about life, relationships and in your field of study will be invaluable!
Ashley from Amityville, NY
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