SUNY at Binghamton

Overview

SUNY at Binghamton, located in Vestal, New York, stands as a public institution founded in 1946 as a liberal arts college and has since developed into a research university spanning 930 acres in a suburban setting, approximately 140 miles northwest of New York City. The university fosters a rigorous academic atmosphere with a range of undergraduate and graduate programs, particularly noted for its strong engineering and business disciplines, while maintaining a moderately selective admissions process. The campus architecture is characterized by a mix of modern and traditional designs, providing residences for a significant portion of students in its multiple housing communities. Binghamton University, as it's commonly known, is part of the State University of New York (SUNY) system and is characterized by a collaborative environment with research opportunities, contributing to its reputation as a premier public university in the Northeast.

In the most recent statistical year 41,642 prospective students applied, and 17,384 were granted admission.  Of those admitted 3,107 enrolled in the school.  16,551 students are enrolled on a full time basis, and 1,761 attend part time. In-state tuition for 2022/2023, excluding room and board, is $7,070 plus fees of $3,293. Binghamton University is ranked 126 nationally in the CollegeSimply.com 2024 U.S. Colleges Ranking.