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Stony Brook University

Stony Brook, NY·Public·17,420 students
Last updated: March 22, 2026

A good fit for students who want a large campus community and in-state New York residents. no major red flags in the data. solid earnings of $62,600 within 10 years; strong 78% graduation rate.

49%
Accept
17,420
Students
$18,430
Net Price
78%
Grad Rate
$62,600
Earnings
10 yr
$15,000
Debt

About This School

Stony Brook University is a public institution located in Stony Brook, New York with approximately 17,420 undergraduate students enrolled. The school is moderately selective, accepting approximately 49% of applicants. The average net price after financial aid is $18,430 per year. The graduation rate is 78%, and the typical graduate earns $62,600 within 10 years of enrollment.

The State University of New York at Stony Brook, commonly referred to as Stony Brook University (SBU), is a public research university in Stony Brook, New York, United States, on Long Island. Along with the University at Buffalo, it is one of the State University of New York system's two flagship institutions. Its campus consists of 213 buildings on over 1,454 acres of land in Suffolk County and it is the largest public university in the state of New York.

One of SUNY's two flagship institutions, this is a strong option for students who want serious research opportunities at a public university price — with an average net cost of just $18,430/year and median debt of only $15,000 at graduation, the financial value is genuinely hard to argue with. The 78% graduation rate is decent but not exceptional, so it's worth asking how well the school supports students through to the finish line, particularly in more demanding STEM programs. If you're aiming for medicine, engineering, or research, the outcomes justify the application — median earnings of $62,600 after 10 years reflect a school where the degree tends to pay off.

Founded
1957
Setting
Large suburb

Popular Programs

Biological Sciences16%
Health Professions15%
Psychology12%
Business & Marketing11%
Social Sciences9%
Mathematics8%
Computer Science7%
Engineering7%

Percentage of degrees awarded. Source: College Scorecard.

Notable Alumni

Adrien BrodyKeiko FujimoriPat BenatarCarolyn PorcoJef RaskinJohn L. HennessyKofi AwoonorJoy BeharDiane FarrAshoke SenAyşe ErzanVinay Pathak

Source: Wikidata. Used for context only.

Admissions

SAT Scores

Average Composite1410
Reading 75th %ile720
Math 75th %ile770

ACT Scores

Midpoint Composite31

Cost & Financial Aid

In-State Tuition
$10,560
Out-of-State Tuition
$30,350
Avg Net Price
$18,430
after aid

Financial Aid

Students receiving Pell Grants38%
Median debt at graduation$15,000

Full Cost

After Graduation

Graduation Rate
78%
within 6 years
Retention Rate
89%
freshmen returning
Earnings (10 yr)
$62,600
after enrollment
Median Debt
$15,000
at graduation

Will This School Pay Off?

Median Debt
$15,000
at graduation
Earnings (6 yr)
$44,000
after enrollment
Earnings (10 yr)
$62,600
after enrollment
Earnings-to-Debt Ratio: 4.2x

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

White27%
Black6%
Hispanic/Latino15%
Asian36%

Source: U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard (17,420 undergraduates).

Contact & Location

Address

Stony Brook University

310 Administration Building

Stony Brook, NY 11794-0701

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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.

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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