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About Binghamton University

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Binghamton University is a public research university in Vestal, NY, known for its public research university, selective admissions, and strong business programs. With an acceptance rate of 42%, BU is moderately selective, typically enrolling around 3,107 students each year. BU is test optional; students who submit scores are typically admitted with SATs between 1360–1480, though many competitive applicants choose not to submit. BU offers merit scholarships regardless of financial need, with awards averaging $7,549 per year; the sticker price of $47,294 may look very different from what your family actually pays.

Admissions

Binghamton University acceptance rate and admitted student profile

moderately selective

42%
Overall Accept Rate
4.00
Typical Admitted GPA
1420
Median Admitted SAT
SATSubmitted score range: 1360 – 1480 (test optional)

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Application Strategy

Strategy tips for applying to Binghamton University

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Application Strategy
Apply directly to the specific school within Binghamton that matches your goals, whether that is Harpur College, the School of Management, or the Watson College of Engineering, because each division has its own admissions context and your fit with that program matters to reviewers.
Test Score Strategy
Since Binghamton is test optional and your score falls below their 75th percentile, hold it back and let your GPA, course rigor, and activities carry your application instead.

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Financial Aid & Cost

What Binghamton University actually costs your family

Average net prices by income bracket from College Scorecard data.

Family IncomeSticker PriceEst. Net Cost / yr
0-30k~$47k/yr$12.2k
30k-48k~$47k/yr$15.3k
48k-75k~$47k/yr$20.3k
75k-110k~$47k/yr$23.5k
110k+~$47k/yr$28.5k

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Outcomes & Campus

Student outcomes and campus profile

84%
6-Year Graduation Rate
$62k
Median Earnings (6 yrs)
19:1
Student-Faculty Ratio
15,308
Undergrad Enrollment
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