Overview
Founded in 1860 as the Long Island College Hospital medical department, SUNY Downstate is one of the oldest medical schools in the United States and has long been recognized for its role in training physicians who serve New York City's underserved and diverse populations. It became part of the State University of New York system in 1950 and has since grown into a full academic health sciences center anchoring central Brooklyn. The College of Medicine is particularly known for producing more physicians practicing in New York State than any other medical school and for its strong emphasis on primary care, community health, and clinical training in a high-acuity urban hospital setting.
At a Glance
| Type | Public |
| Location | Brooklyn, New York |
| Founded | 1860 |
| Total students | 1,700 |
| Student–faculty ratio | 3:1 |
| Acceptance rate | 7% |
| Graduation rate | 94% |
| Average starting salary | $220,000 |
Tuition & Costs (estimates)
| In-state tuition | $43,000 |
| Out-of-state tuition | $67,000 |
| Room & board | $16,000 |
| Average financial aid | $35,000 |
| Students receiving aid | 80% |
Admissions
| SAT range | N/A |
| ACT range | N/A |
| Average GPA | 3.70 |
| Regular deadline | December 15 |
Top Programs
- Internal Medicine
- Primary Care
- Emergency Medicine
- Surgery
- Public Health
Figures are estimates for exploration — verify current costs, deadlines, and requirements on the university's official website.