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Stony Brook

Acceptance rate
49
%
ACT middle 50%
29
–
33
Applications
55880
Undergraduates
18263

Overview

SUNY Stony Brook, New York’s flagship and top-ranked public university, offers over 300 fields of study and is recognized for its innovative research, distinguished faculty, and vibrant campus life. With a global alumni network of more than 230,000, the university fosters academic excellence and creativity, supporting students through dynamic undergraduate, graduate, and continuing education programs. Stony Brook is known for its commitment to pushing boundaries in research and invention, with faculty credited for over 2,700 inventions, and provides a supportive, inclusive environment where students are encouraged to explore diverse career paths and engage in a wide range of cultural, artistic, and extracurricular activities.

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Admissions Information

Applications received
55880
Students admitted
27406
Acceptance rate
49
%
Undergraduate enrollment
18263
Admissions data:
2024-25
·
IPEDS (HD2025, IC2025, ADM2024, DRVEF2024)

Test Scores

Middle 50% scores
25th percentile
75th percentile
SAT Reading & Writing
650
730
SAT Math
680
770
ACT Composite
29
33
Students submitting SAT
34
%
Test policy

Application Information

Regular deadline
15-Jan-27
Early deadline
Early Action: Nov 1, 2026
Accepts the Common Application
Yes
College Board code
2548

Characteristics

School type
Public
Setting
Suburb: Large
Undergraduate size
15,000–25,000
Athletics
Division I
Intercollegiate
Intramural
Club
Competitiveness
Somewhat Competitive

Contact information

Address
100 Nicolls Rd, Stony Brook, NY 11794
Phone
(631) 689-6000

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