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How to Get Into Binghamton University

Vestal, NY · Public · 2025-2026 cycle · Verified data

Binghamton University Admissions Statistics

39%
Acceptance Rate
670-740
SAT Reading (mid 50%)
670-760
SAT Math (mid 50%)
30-32
ACT (mid 50%)
14,655
Undergrads
82%
Graduation Rate

How to Actually Get Into Binghamton University

Understand what 39% really means

At Binghamton University's admit rate, your position against the published ranges genuinely matters. Land above the middle 50% and this behaves like a target; inside it, a true toss-up worth real effort on essays and fit signals; below it, treat it as a reach. Place it on your list accordingly instead of trusting the headline rate.

Position your scores against the real bands

The middle 50% of enrolled students sits around 1340-1500 combined SAT or 30-32 ACT. Above the 75th percentile, scores work for you and this can behave like a target. Below the 25th percentile, the rest of your application has to carry the file, treat it as a reach. Since scores are not required (test-optional) here, submit only if you're inside or above the band; a below-band score is information you don't have to volunteer.

Use the Early Action round deliberately

Binghamton University offers Early Action: non-binding and worth taking if your application is ready, an earlier answer helps you calibrate the rest of your list, and EA carries no downside beyond the earlier deadline.

The bigger picture: no single school decides your outcome, the shape of your whole list does. Read how top counselors build a college list before you finalize where Binghamton University fits.

Binghamton University Application Deadlines (2025-2026)

Round Deadline
Early Action (EA) November 1, 2025
Regular Decision (RD) January 15, 2026

Deadlines verified from official sources for the 2025-2026 cycle. Rounds change year to year, always confirm on the school's site before submitting.

Application Requirements & Costs

Application platform Common App
Application fee $50
Test scores Not required (test-optional)
Writing supplement Not required
Counselor recommendation Not required
Teacher evaluations 1

Binghamton University Cost & Financial Aid

Total cost of attendance (sticker, per year) $30,345
Tuition & fees (in-state / out-of-state) $10,567 / $30,447
Room & board (on campus) $18,809
Average net price (aid-receiving families) $21,620

What You'd Actually Pay, by Family Income

Average net price per year (after grants and scholarships) for aid-receiving families, from federal College Scorecard data:

Family income Average net price / year
$0-30k $12,171
$30-48k $15,281
$48-75k $20,347
$75-110k $23,533
$110k+ $28,475
28%
Students receiving Pell Grants
39%
Students taking federal loans
89%
Freshman retention rate
18:1
Student-faculty ratio

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