Stony Brook University
Stony Brook, New York · Public
Stony Brook University admitted 48% of 64,197 applicants (Common Data Set 2025-2026). First-year students who sent the SAT scored 1350–1470 in the middle half. Test scores are optional. 78% of students graduate within six years.
Your chances at Stony Brook University
Enter a score to see whether Stony Brook University is a reach, target or likely school for you.
Based on the admit rate (48%) alone. Add a score for a sharper read.
A rough read from the admit rate and test scores only. Grades, courses, essays and activities matter as much or more.
Early decision and early action
Stony Brook University offers early action but didn’t report its early admit rate.
10,563 students were offered a spot on the waitlist, 5,191 took it, and 3,462 were admitted from it.
What admissions weighs
How Stony Brook University rates each part of an application, from its Common Data Set.
Very important
- Course rigor
- GPA
- Test scores
- Essay
Important
- Recommendations
Considered
- Class rank
- Interview
- Activities
- Talent or ability
- Character
- First generation
- Legacy
- Where you live
- State residency
- Volunteering
- Work experience
- Showing interest
Not considered
- Religion
High school GPA
59% of those who reported a class rank were in the top 10% of their class.
Some colleges report weighted GPAs, so compare loosely.
What it costs
Full price with housing is $32,370 in-state and $52,160 out-of-state a year. After grants, students paid $18,601 on average (in-state).
Average price after grants, by family income, for in-state students:
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