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Binghamton University

Type 4 year, Public
Campus locale Suburb: Midsize
Degrees offered Undergraduate and Graduate
Calendar system Semester
Student body size Medium
Dormitory capacity 7,449
Student to faculty ratio 19 to 1
Acceptance rate 44%
Students retention rate 91%
On-time graduation rate 84%

Located in Vestal, New York, Binghamton University is a public, institution that offers undergraduate and graduate degrees. The college operates on a semester-based calendar system, providing students with structured academic terms.

Binghamton University is accredited by the Middle States Commission on Higher Education, ensuring that the institution meets certain standards of quality and effectiveness. This accreditation also allows students to transfer credits to other accredited institutions if they choose to continue their education elsewhere.

The student-to-faculty ratio at Binghamton University is 19-to-1, which is slightly higher than both the state and national averages. The state average student-to-faculty ratio in New York is 15-to-1, while the national average is 17-to-1. A lower student-to-faculty ratio generally allows for more personalized attention and interaction between students and faculty.

Binghamton University boasts an impressive student retention rate of 91% , indicating that the majority of students choose to continue their education at the institution. This number surpasses both the state and national averages of 75% and 72%, respectively.


  • Accredited by: Middle States Commission on Higher Education
  • The institution provides on-campus housing

Acceptance Rate

Fall 2021 admitted students

44.2%

In-State Tuition & Fees

$10,390

Cost of attendance at Binghamton University in 2022 for students from New York.

See how the college's in-state sticker price compares to 4 year , public colleges in the state as well as nationally.

New York's average $8,212
National average $8,573

Out-of-State Tuition & Fees

$26,420

Cost of attendance at Binghamton University in 2022 for the out-of-state and international students

See how the college's out-of-state sticker price compares to 4 year , public colleges in the state as well as nationally.

New York's average $17,724
National average $18,862

Average Grant & Scholarships

In 2022, 60 of freshman students at Binghamton University received on average $10,858 in grant and scholarships from the college, the state and/or the federal government. Below is detail stats of the aid provided to full-time, freshman students.

$10,858
Students Receiving Aid Average Amount Total Amount
Pell Grant 754 26% $5,295 $3,992,611
Other Federal Grant 797 28% $7,009 $5,586,292
State Grant/Scholarships 1,329 47% $4,834 $6,423,948
Institutional Grant/Scholarships 1,513 53% $4,319 $6,534,752
Total Grant & Scholarships 1,708 60% $10,858 $18,544,992

Graduation Rate

The following chart shows the graduation rate of Binghamton University students who enrolled in 2015 and after. The stat covers all undergraduates registered as full-time students to study a 4-year bachelor's degree program for the first time.

The breakdown shows the graduation rate by race/ethnicity of US students. All international students are represented under one group.

As of August 31, 2021, the average graduation rate of Binghamton University students is 83.8%. Female students graduated at a rate of 87.3%, whereas male students graduated at a rate of 80.8%.

83.8%

  • asian 84.6% 346 students
  • African American 79.1% 91 students
  • white 85.9% 1,284 students
  • unknown 71.4% 20 students
  • hispanic 78.2% 219 students
  • International Students 79.2% 156 students
  • Mixed Race 81.0% 47 students

Sport Conferences

  • Baseball America East
  • Basketball America East
  • Track and Cross Country America East

Athletic Associations

  • NCAA
    National Collegiate Athletic Association (NCAA)

Service Offerings

Binghamton University provides the following additional services to its students
  • On-campus day care for students' children
  • Placement services for graduates
  • Academic/career counseling services
  • Employment services for students

Educational Offerings

Binghamton University offers educational programs in the following categories. Check the programs section to learn more about specific programs that you are interested in.
  • Academic

Special Learning Opportunities

  • Weekend/evening classes
  • Study abroad
  • Teacher certification
  • ROTC - Army
  • ROTC - Air Force

Veteran Services

  • Member of Service-members Opportunity Colleges
  • Dedicated point of contact for support services for veterans, military service-members, and their families
  • Recognized student veteran organization
  • Credit for military training

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