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Binghamton University

Vestal, NY·Public·14,401 students
Last updated: March 22, 2026

A good fit for in-state New York residents. no major red flags in the data. solid earnings of $68,100 within 10 years; strong 84% graduation rate.

38%
Accept
14,401
Students
$21,364
Net Price
84%
Grad Rate
$68,100
Earnings
10 yr
$15,000
Debt

About This School

Binghamton University is a public institution located in Vestal, New York with approximately 14,401 undergraduate students enrolled. The school is moderately selective, accepting approximately 38% of applicants. The average net price after financial aid is $21,364 per year. The graduation rate is 84%, and the typical graduate earns $68,100 within 10 years of enrollment.

The State University of New York at Binghamton is a public research university in Greater Binghamton, New York, United States. It is one of the four university centers in the State University of New York (SUNY) system.

This is a strong option for students who want a selective public university experience without the sticker shock — median debt at graduation is just $15,000, and median earnings reach $68,100 a decade out, which is a solid return on investment. The 84% graduation rate and 88% freshman retention both signal that students generally find their footing here and stick around. The one honest caveat: Vestal, NY is not a major metro area, so students who thrive on big-city energy or dense internship networks nearby may need to be more proactive about creating those opportunities.

Founded
1946
Setting
Midsize suburb

Popular Programs

Biological Sciences21%
Business & Marketing13%
Social Sciences13%
Engineering9%
Psychology9%
Health Professions5%
Computer Science3%
English3%

Percentage of degrees awarded. Source: College Scorecard.

Notable Alumni

Camille PagliaWilliam BaldwinNorman FinkelsteinLee RanaldoPaul ReiserHakeem JeffriesArt SpiegelmanDonald E. WestlakeKarthik Siva kumarKvitka CisykDave RubinIngrid Michaelson

Source: Wikidata. Used for context only.

Admissions

SAT Scores

Average Composite1415
Reading 75th %ile730
Math 75th %ile760

ACT Scores

Midpoint Composite32

Cost & Financial Aid

In-State Tuition
$10,363
Out-of-State Tuition
$29,453
Avg Net Price
$21,364
after aid

Financial Aid

Students receiving Pell Grants27%
Median debt at graduation$15,000

Full Cost

Cost of attendance$29,657

After Graduation

Graduation Rate
84%
within 6 years
Retention Rate
88%
freshmen returning
Earnings (10 yr)
$68,100
after enrollment
Median Debt
$15,000
at graduation

Will This School Pay Off?

Median Debt
$15,000
at graduation
Earnings (6 yr)
$47,700
after enrollment
Earnings (10 yr)
$68,100
after enrollment
Earnings-to-Debt Ratio: 4.5x

Strong return. Graduates earn well above their debt load.

Earnings data from the U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard. These are means across all graduates, not specific to any major.

Student Body

White53%
Black5%
Hispanic/Latino13%
Asian18%

Source: U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard (14,401 undergraduates).

Contact & Location

Address

Binghamton University

4400 Vestal Parkway East

Vestal, NY 13850-6000

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Official Links

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Sources & Methodology

Data

Primary data source: U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard. Accessed via automated sync. Latest values may come from different reporting years depending on the metric.

Official School Resources
Contextual Enrichment

School overview from Wikipedia. Used for context only, not as a primary data source for admissions, cost, or outcomes claims.

Important Caveats
  • Earnings figures are institution-level averages, not major-specific.
  • Some metrics are based on Title IV financial aid recipients only.
  • Some values may be privacy-suppressed or rolled up by the Department of Education.
  • Contact the school directly for current admissions requirements and costs.
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