Overview
Enrollment
Best Colleges Rank
| Location | Vestal, New York |
| Online | binghamton.edu |
| School Type | Public 4 Year |
| Setting | Midsize Suburban |
| Size | Large |
| Status | Non-profit |
| On Campus Housing | Yes |
| Level of Study | Undergrad/Graduate |
Located in Vestal, New York, approximately 200 miles northwest of New York City, Binghamton University spans 930 acres across a hillside campus overlooking the Susquehanna River. Founded in 1946 as Triple Cities College before joining the State University of New York system, Binghamton operates as a selective public research institution with particular strengths in engineering, psychology, and its School of Management. The campus features a mix of mid-century modern and contemporary architecture, with most academic buildings concentrated around a central academic spine, while residential communities are situated in distinct living areas that include collegiate-gothic style residence halls and modern apartment complexes. As part of NCAA Division I athletics, Binghamton's Bearcats compete in the America East Conference, with notable programs in tennis and basketball.
Ratings
Overall
Academics
Resources
Outcomes
Value
Binghamton University is rated within the top 23% of four-year colleges nationally and earns a CollegeSimply grade of 8 out of 10. Learn how ratings are calculated
Rankings
Rankings for SUNY at Binghamton within the 2025 CollegeSimply Best Colleges Lists.
#123 in Best Colleges in the U.S.
#23 in Best Public Colleges in the U.S.
#13 in Best Colleges in New York
#2 in Best Public Colleges in New York
#246 in Best Value Colleges in the U.S.
#29 in Best Value Colleges in New York
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Getting In
Admission Standards
| SAT | 1320/1490 |
| ACT | 29/34 |
| GPA | 4.0 |
Applications Accepted
| Applications Due | Jan 15, 2026 |
| Applicant Competition | High |
| Application Fee | $50 |
Annual Cost to Attend
New York Resident Tuition
| Fee | Cost |
|---|---|
| Books and Supplies | $1,000 |
| Other Fees | $3,293 |
| Room and Board | $18,294 |
| Budget for Other Expenses | $1,000 |
| Total One Year Cost | $30,657 |
Out of State Resident Tuition
| Fee | Cost |
|---|---|
| Books and Supplies | $1,000 |
| Other Fees | $3,293 |
| Room and Board | $18,294 |
| Budget for Other Expenses | $1,000 |
| Total One Year Cost | $49,747 |
Outcomes
Average Salary After 10 Years
Bachelor's Degree Graduation Rate
Popular Areas of Study
| Subject | Percent of Class |
|---|---|
| Social Sciences | 22% |
| Business | 11% |
| English and Literature | 9% |
| Psychology | 8% |
| Biology | 8% |
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Primary data source, U.S. Department of Education https://nces.ed.gov/collegenavigator/?id=196079 IPEDS survey data for SUNY at Binghamton.
Current students may use the SUNY at Binghamton GPA calculator to determine their current college GPA.
Last updated February 24, 2025