Overview
Founded in 1957, Stony Brook University is a flagship institution of the State University of New York (SUNY) system, located on Long Island. It has rapidly grown into a major research powerhouse, gaining membership in the Association of American Universities (AAU) and co-managing Brookhaven National Laboratory. The university is renowned for its strengths in physics, applied mathematics, computer science, and medicine, and it counts Nobel laureates among its faculty.
At a Glance
| Type | Public Research |
| Location | Stony Brook, New York |
| Founded | 1957 |
| Total students | 26,800 |
| Student–faculty ratio | 18:1 |
| Acceptance rate | 44% |
| Graduation rate | 76% |
| Average starting salary | $65,000 |
Tuition & Costs (estimates)
| In-state tuition | $10,868 |
| Out-of-state tuition | $28,918 |
| Room & board | $16,700 |
| Average financial aid | $18,000 |
| Students receiving aid | 70% |
Admissions
| SAT range | 1280-1450 |
| ACT range | 27-32 |
| Average GPA | 3.7 |
| Regular deadline | January 15 |
Top Programs
- Applied Mathematics
- Computer Science
- Biomedical Engineering
- Physics
- Health Sciences/Medicine
Figures are estimates for exploration — verify current costs, deadlines, and requirements on the university's official website.