Binghamton University, State University of New York SAT Scores, ACT Scores, Acceptance Rate, and Admissions Requirements
Binghamton’s public price can be misleading: you’re still aiming at a 3.88 average GPA and a 1360-1480 SAT range. Because scores are required here, target at least a 1360, with 1480 SAT or 34 ACT as a stronger position.
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Binghamton University, State University of New York facts and stats
Binghamton University, State University of New York enrolls 14,669 undergraduates in a suburban campus setting. Binghamton has a 90% freshman retention rate, which is well above the national average of roughly 70%, and its 6-year graduation rate is 82%. The student-to-faculty ratio is 17:1. Binghamton has a test-required admissions policy.
Vestal, NY
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Key Binghamton University, State University of New York application dates
Key dates
Regular Decision
April 1
Early Action
November 1
Early Decision
Not offered
Priority Deadline
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Financial Aid Priority
January 15
Test dates
August 22, 2026
Registration deadline: August 7, 2026
September 12, 2026
Registration deadline: August 28, 2026
October 3, 2026
Registration deadline: September 18, 2026
September 19, 2026
Registration deadline: August 14, 2026
October 17, 2026
Registration deadline: September 11, 2026
December 12, 2026
Registration deadline: November 6, 2026
Because Binghamton requires SAT or ACT scores, aim to take your first test by the spring of junior year and use the summer before senior year plus fall for retakes. For the November 1 Early Action deadline, the October SAT or September ACT is likely the last retake that will arrive in time.
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What you'll actually pay
Binghamton is a public university in the America East Conference, with in-state tuition of $7,070 and out-of-state tuition of $26,950. About 43% of students receive aid, and the average merit award is $6,472. Submit the FAFSA by the January 15 priority deadline.
Binghamton’s out-of-state tuition is $26,950, while in-state tuition is $7,070, with room and board adding $18,096. About 43% of students receive financial aid, and the average aid package is $18,812. Merit awards average $6,472 for students who receive them. Graduates leave with an average debt of $27,208.
Student life at Binghamton University, State University of New York
43% of undergrads live on campus
Freshman housing: Guaranteed
Fraternities and sororities are active on campus. 16% of men join fraternities, and 16% of women join sororities.
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