SUNY at Binghamton

(Binghamton, NY)

No one has more accolades.

From "the premier public in the Northeast" (Fiske, 2010) to "a public Ivy" (Greenes' Guide) to one of the first-ever to receive a "green rating" (Princeton Review, 2010), Binghamton University has earned many distinguished national rankings.

And, Binghamton University grads lead nation in top-starting salaries. Forbes ranks Binghamton University #1 in the Northeast and #4 in the nation in 2008 among public universities for graduates attaining top-starting salaries.

Why should you care? Binghamton students are highly successful in starting their careers -- securing an initial job and getting paid well right from the start.

From positions at the Washington Post and Goldman Sachs to a spot on Broadway, our graduates are building bigger careers and better opportunities for their futures.

When Fortune 500 companies are looking to recruit, they look to Binghamton University. Corporate recruiters rank Binghamton 11th among all schools for the quality of its graduates (Business Week, 2008).

Enrolling at Binghamton University is an investment in excellence. We know a high-quality education is important to you. A smart investment is just as important.

#1 Best Value in the Nation (Kiplinger's, 2008-09). Binghamton combines a national reputation and stellar academics at a price that is 1/3 that of most private schools.

Our low costs ensure Binghamton graduates can afford to start a career or attend graduate school without the worries of high student debt.

Binghamton is also recognized as a "Best Buy" (Fiske, 2010), for the quality of its academics in relation to its cost.

A mid-size public university and part of the State University of New York system, Binghamton offers nearly 130 undergraduate academic offerings, as well as dozens of combined/accelerated bachelor and master's degree programs.

Admissions

39.7%
of Applicants Admitted

GPA

3.6
  • December 31, 1969
SAT Required

Test Score Ranges

25th percentile to 75th percentile
  • 1770–2010 SAT Total
  • 580–660 SAT Reading
  • 610–690 SAT Math
  • 580–660 SAT Writing
  • 26–29 ACT Composite
TOEFL Required for intl students

Cost

$19,175
Annual tuition, fees, books, supplies, room and board
  • $6,761
  • $14,661
  • $11,614
  • $800

Will I Like It

12,742
number of undergraduates
  • Public
  • City
  • 47% Women

Areas of Study

Business & Economics

Economics

Education

Education Administration, Teaching

Engineering

Biomedical Engineering, Computer Science, Electrical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Other Engineering

Humanities

Art History, English Language & Literature, Foreign Languages

Journalism & Communication

Debate & Speech

Music

General Music & Theory

Performing Arts

Drama & Theatre, Film & Video

Philosophy & Religion

Philosophy, Religion

Politics & Law

Political Science & Government

Public Service

Public Administration, Social Work

Science & Math

Biology, Chemistry, Math, Physics

Social Sciences

Anthropology, International Relations, Other Social Sciences, Psychology, Sociology

Extra Curriculars

Accounting Club, Books, Amnesty International, Chess, Anthropology Club, Church, Art Club, Comedy, Band, Computers, Debate, Drama, College Democrats, College Republicans, Color Guard, Film, Computer Club, Debate Team, Languages, Marching Band, Ensemble, Movies, FBLA - Future Business Leaders of America Clubs, Fellowship Christian Athletes, Piano, Poetry, Film Society, Politics, Foreign Language Club, Forensics Team, French Club, Student Council, German Club, Theatre, Video Games, Glee Club, Gospel Choir, HOSA - Health Occupation Students of America, Improv Group, Investment Club, Junior Achievement, Math Club, Model United Nations, NAHS - National Art Honors Society, Orchestra, Poetry Society, Science Club, Science Olympiad, Spanish Club, Student Government & Council, Students for a Free Tibet, Thespian Society, Young Democrats

Mailing Address

Vestal Pky E
Binghamton, NY 13902-6000
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