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Binghamton University

Vestal, New York 13850-6000

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Large UniversitySuburbanPublicSTEM Strong

Top graduate earnings — known for biology

Binghamton University is a public institution in Vestal with particular strength in biology and business. With an average SAT of 1415, the school attracts a broad applicant pool.

A large campus of 14.4K undergraduates with a 18:1 student-faculty ratio. The suburban location offers a balance of campus life and nearby amenities.

84% of students graduate within four years, and graduates earn a median of $80,596 a decade after enrollment. Net price after aid averages $21,364.

Established
1946
Motto
"From breadth through depth to perspective"On seal: "Unity, Identity, Excellence"
Mascot
Baxter the Bearcat
Type
Public research university
Conference
America East Conference for all sports except wrestling and golf
Division
Division I

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38%Acceptance
1415SAT Avg
14,401Students
18:1Student:Faculty
84%Grad Rate
$80,596Earnings 10yr
$21,364Net Price

News & Alerts

program2026-03-15

Binghamton University Launches New Data Science Minor

tuition2026-02-28

Tuition Increase Announced for 2026-27

Admissions

Acceptance Rate37.7%

SAT Score Ranges

Average: 1415

Reading & WritingMid: 685
660730
MathMid: 705
660760

ACT Score Range

CompositeMid: 32
2934

Admissions Intel

Acceptance Rate

37.7%

Trend

SAT Avg

1415

Yield Rate

35.0%

Cost & Financial Aid

Sticker Price

Tuition (in-state)$10,363
Tuition (out-of-state)$29,453
Room & Board$18,294
Books & Supplies$1,000
Total Cost of Attendance$29,657
Average Net Price$21,364
Median Debt at Graduation$18,500
Monthly Payment (10yr)$196

Net Price by Family Income

$0–30K$12,916
$30–48K$16,168
$48–75K$21,832
$75–110K$23,279
$110K+$28,008

Financial Intel

Avg Net Price

$21,364

Tuition Trend

Graduate w/ Zero Debt

59.1%

Avg Tuition Increase

3.2%/yr

Median Debt at Grad

$15,000

Campus Safety

Total Incidents (2024)

104

Peer Average

92

3-Year Trend

Emergency System

24/7 campus police department, blue-light phone network, emergency mass notification system

Programs (165)

Student Life

Student Body

Undergrads
14,401
Gender Split
53% / 47%
Women / Men
First Generation
25%
Pell Grant Recipients
27%

Race & Ethnicity

White 53%
Black 5%
Hispanic 13%
Asian 18%
Two+ 4%
Int'l 4%

Outcomes

4-Year Graduation Rate83.7%
Freshman Retention88.5%

Median Earnings After Graduation

6 Years$61,621
8 Years$73,402
10 Years$80,596

10-Year Earnings by Gender

Women
$62,400
Men
$73,700

Rankings

U.S. News
#73
Forbes
#52
Wall Street Journal
#29
Washington Monthly
#107

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History & Fun Facts

Source: Wikipedia

Location & Lifestyle

Cost of Living

112Above Average

Housing and food costs are higher than national average

Climate (School Year)

68°
Sep
55°
Oct
42°
Nov
30°
Dec
25°
Jan
28°
Feb
38°
Mar
50°
Apr
62°
May
Snowfall: 48"Sunny days: 200Rainy days: 120

Nearest Cities

Bostonpop. 675,647
90 miles(95 min)
Hartfordpop. 121,054
60 miles(70 min)

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