Stony Brook University: Acceptance Rate and SAT Scores
Stony Brook University admits about 49% of applicants. The reported SAT middle-50% range is 1330–1500 (sum of the section 25th/75th percentiles reported to College Scorecard). That SAT range concords to roughly a 29–34 ACT Composite under the official 2018 College Board/ACT concordance table.
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Stony Brook University At a Glance
| Location | Stony Brook, New York |
|---|---|
| Type | Public |
| Undergraduate Enrollment | 18,101 |
| Acceptance Rate | 49% |
| SAT Range (Reading & Writing) | 650-730 |
| SAT Range (Math) | 680-770 |
| SAT Range (Combined, approx.) | 1330-1500 |
| Average SAT (Combined) | 1419 |
| ACT Range | 29-33 |
| Average Net Price | $18,902/yr |
| Tuition (In-State) | $10,931/yr |
| Tuition (Out-of-State) | $34,911/yr |
| 4-Year Graduation Rate | 77.1% |
| Full-Time Retention Rate | 89.8% |
| Median Earnings, 10 Years After Entry | $83,232 |
| Median Debt at Completion | $18,500 |
How Stony Brook University Compares
Stony Brook University is more selective than about 82% of the 254 schools in this list with a published acceptance rate.
With about 18,101 students, it is larger than about 56% of the 265 schools in this list.
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is Stony Brook University's acceptance rate?
Stony Brook University's acceptance rate is about 49%, based on the most recent data reported to the U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard.
What SAT score do you need for Stony Brook University?
Admitted students at Stony Brook University typically report a combined SAT score between 1330 and 1500 (the reported 25th to 75th percentile range).
Does Stony Brook University require the SAT?
Test-optional and test-required policies change from year to year and are not part of the College Scorecard data used on this page. Check Stony Brook University's own admissions site for its current testing policy, linked below.
What is the average cost of Stony Brook University?
The average net price reported for Stony Brook University is $18,902 per year, after grant and scholarship aid.