Binghamton University Acceptance Rate & Tuition (2026)
Binghamton University is a public research university in Vestal, New York, with about 14,655 students. Admission is moderately selective for first-time degree-seeking undergraduates reporting admissions data to the Education Department. The acceptance rate is about 38.61% in the latest College Scorecard admissions data. Median earnings about ten years after entry reach about $80,596 among students who received federal aid.
Key Facts
- 2024 Undergraduate Tuition: $10,567
- 2024 Average Net Price: $21,620 After Financial Aid
- 2024 Acceptance Rate: 38.61% Selective
- 2024 Enrolled Students: 14,655 97.7% Full-Time
- 2024 Graduation Rate: 81.62%
- Carnegie Classification: Doctoral Universities: Very High Research Activity
- First-Generation Students: 24.8%
- Tuition trend: In-state tuition increase of 0.0% from 2022 to 2023 (College Scorecard).
- Net price trend: Average net price decrease of 1.1% from 2022 to 2023 (College Scorecard).
- Full-Time Faculty: 79.2%
- Average SAT Score: 1415
- Undergraduate Enrollment: 16,117
- Applicants (IPEDS): 49,513
- Room & Board: $18,809 annual estimate
Binghamton University: what the data shows
Common questions about Binghamton University, answered from College Scorecard and IPEDS in this repository.
Where is Binghamton University?
Binghamton University is located in Vestal, NY (ZIP 13850-6000).
NCES locale classification: Rural distant.
Is Binghamton University public or private?
Binghamton University is a Public institution.
How much does Binghamton University cost?
Published tuition: $10,567 in-state, $30,447 out-of-state.
Average net price after aid: $21,620.
| Family income band | Avg. net price |
|---|---|
| Family income $0–$30,000 | $12,171 |
| $30,001–$48,000 | $15,281 |
| $48,001–$75,000 | $20,347 |
| $75,001–$110,000 | $23,533 |
| $110,001+ | $28,475 |
Sticker tuition × four years (estimate, no room/board): $42,268.
How hard is it to get into Binghamton University?
Admission rate: 38.61%.
Among enrollees who submitted scores: average SAT 1415 and midpoint ACT 32.
Scorecard does not publish admitted-student GPA for most institutions.
How big is Binghamton University?
Total enrollment: 14,655 students.
Undergraduate enrollment: 16,117 students.
Graduate enrollment: 4,147 students.
About 98% enroll full-time in our extract.
What is the graduation rate at Binghamton University?
150%-time completion rate: 81.62%.
First-year retention: 89.4%.
What do graduates of Binghamton University earn?
Median earnings: $61,621 six years after entry; $80,596 ten years after entry (College Scorecard).
How much debt do students have?
Median federal loan debt among completers: $18,500.
28.12% of students receive Pell grants.
What is Binghamton University known for?
Largest IPEDS program completions at this institution:
- Biology/Biological Sciences, General (478 completions)
- Computer Science (406 completions)
- Psychology, General (369 completions)
- Neuroscience (242 completions)
- Management Science (238 completions)
- Economics, General (221 completions)
- Registered Nursing/Registered Nurse (190 completions)
- Accounting (184 completions)
- Multi-/Interdisciplinary Studies, Other (179 completions)
- Mechanical Engineering (161 completions)
See ROI & Programs for more.
Is Binghamton University a good school?
We do not score schools on opinion. Federal data in our extract show admission rate 38.61%; completion rate 81.62%; median earnings $80,596 at 10 years; net price $21,620. Compare these figures to your cost, aid, and career goals.
Tuition & Cost
Tuition Costs
$10,567
2024 Undergraduate Tuition
In 2024, the cost of tuition at Binghamton University was $10,567.
Tuition comparison with similar institutions.
Average Net Price
$21,620
2024 Value
In 2024 Binghamton University had an average net price — the price paid after factoring in grants and loans — of $21,620.
Average net price comparison with similar institutions.
Total Cost of Attendance
$86,480 Estimated 4-Year Total Cost
$21,620 Average Annual Net Price (after aid)
$42,268 4-Year In-State Tuition
$121,788 4-Year Out-of-State Tuition
$18,809 Room & Board (annual, on-campus estimate)
$1,000 Books & Supplies (annual estimate)
$30,376 Estimated Annual Sticker (tuition + room/board + books)
$121,504 Estimated 4-Year Sticker (before aid)
4-year total cost breakdown for Binghamton University.
Financial Aid by Income Level
28.12% Undergraduates Receiving Financial Aid through Grants
39.42% Undergraduates Receiving Financial Aid through Loans
Financial aid distribution by income level.
Student Loan Default Rate
0.00%
3-year cohort default rate (College Scorecard)
The published 3-year cohort default rate for borrowers at Binghamton University was 0.00%.
Cohort default rates account for borrowers who default in the first three years.
Tuition tracker
Published tuition and average net price by reporting year come from the College Scorecard institution file. Values are not adjusted for inflation; missing cells mean the field was not reported or was suppressed for Binghamton University in that year.
Reporting years in the table below: 2013–2023 (Scorecard labels refer to the institutional submission cycle).
| Year | In-state tuition & fees | Out-of-state tuition & fees | Average net price |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2013 | $8,144 | $18,464 | $16,541 |
| 2014 | $8,620 | $20,260 | $18,536 |
| 2015 | $9,053 | $22,173 | $18,872 |
| 2016 | $9,271 | $24,351 | $17,870 |
| 2017 | $9,523 | $24,403 | $18,378 |
| 2018 | $9,808 | $26,648 | $18,958 |
| 2019 | $10,201 | $27,791 | $19,353 |
| 2020 | $10,014 | $27,604 | $20,703 |
| 2021 | $10,390 | $26,420 | $19,307 |
| 2022 | $10,363 | $28,203 | $21,594 |
| 2023 | $10,363 | $29,453 | $21,364 |
Sticker tuition and net price over time
Where the institution reported separate in-state and out-of-state tuition, both appear. Gaps mean the value was not reported for that year.
College Scorecard reporting-year fields (not inflation-adjusted).
Net price by family income
Brackets follow Scorecard definitions for the series shown (public vs private institution).
Latest income-band net prices available in the processed extract.
Acceptance Rate & Admissions
Acceptance Rate
38.61% Acceptance Rate
49,513 Total Applicants
18,683 Students Admitted
3,095 First-Time Students Enrolled
16.57% Yield (enrolled ÷ admitted)
This institution is selective, accepting about half of all applicants.
Acceptance rate compared to national average.
Test Scores
SAT Average: 1415
ACT Average: 32
Average SAT and ACT scores for admitted students.
Academic Requirements
Estimated GPA Range: 3.7 - 3.9
Estimated Median GPA: 3.80
Note: GPA requirements are estimated based on admission selectivity and test scores. Actual requirements may vary.
Estimated GPA and test score ranges.
Enrollment & Student Demographics
Binghamton University reported total enrollment of about 14,655 students in the latest College Scorecard extract. The student body is about 48% male and 52% female. Enrollment by race and ethnicity includes White (51.3%), Asian (19.0%), and Hispanic or Latino (13.6%). About 28.12% of undergraduates receive Pell Grants. Roughly 24.8% of students are first-generation college students.
Full-Time vs Part-Time Enrollment
97.7% Full-Time Enrollment
The total enrollment at Binghamton University in 2024 is 14,655 students.
Undergraduate enrollment is about 16,117 students. Graduate enrollment is about 4,147 students.
Full-time vs part-time enrollment comparison.
Retention Rate over Time
89.4%
2024 Retention Rate
Retention rate measures the number of first-time students who began their studies the previous fall and returned to school the following fall.
Retention rate over time compared to similar institutions.
Enrollment by Race & Ethnicity
The largest enrollment share in our College Scorecard extract is White at 51.3%.
Shares are for total enrollment (undergraduate and graduate combined when reported).
College Scorecard student demographics.
Graduates & Outcomes
Time to Complete
74.19% 100% Completion Time
81.62% 150% Completion Time
In 2024, 74.19% of students graduating from Binghamton University completed their program within 100% "normal time".
Completion rates over time compared to similar institutions.
Completions by Sex (Top Programs)
- Biology/Biological Sciences, General: 36% male / 64% female
- Computer Science: 77% male / 23% female
- Psychology, General: 22% male / 78% female
IPEDS completions by sex for the five largest programs (aggregate CIPs excluded).
Completions by Race & Ethnicity
Combined IPEDS award counts across reported programs; largest group: White.
Summed across program completion records in our extract.
ROI & Programs
Financial value and program information for Binghamton University.
Return on Investment
$18,500 Median Student Debt
$80,596 Median Annual Earnings (10 years)
22.95% Debt-to-Earnings Ratio
831.96% Return on Investment
2.3 years Estimated Payback Period
Financial value analysis for Binghamton University.
Top Programs by Completions
10 largest programs by IPEDS completions (of 111 reported codes; aggregate/unknown CIP buckets excluded).
1. Biology/Biological Sciences, General: 478 completions
2. Computer Science: 406 completions
3. Psychology, General: 369 completions
4. Neuroscience: 242 completions
5. Management Science: 238 completions
6. Economics, General: 221 completions
7. Registered Nursing/Registered Nurse: 190 completions
8. Accounting: 184 completions
9. Multi-/Interdisciplinary Studies, Other: 179 completions
Most popular programs at Binghamton University.
Employment Outcomes
Employment outcome data is not available for this institution.
Earnings outcomes for Binghamton University graduates.
Operations
Instructional staffing and expenditure indicators for Binghamton University from College Scorecard (not a full IPEDS finance statement).
Instructional Resources
- Full-time faculty share: 79.2%
- Average faculty salary (Scorecard): $11,086
- Instructional expenditure per FTE: $14,520
Endowment and detailed non-instructional staff counts require IPEDS Finance/HR surveys and are not in this extract.
Scorecard instructional metrics where reported.
About
Binghamton University is a public institution located in Vestal, NY, classified as Doctoral Universities: Very High Research Activity. In the latest IPEDS completions in our extract, the largest programs by awards were Biology/Biological Sciences, General, Computer Science, Psychology, General. Enrollment is approximately 14,655 students. Student body composition includes White (51.3%), Asian (19.0%), Hispanic or Latino (13.6%). It is selective, with an admission rate of 38.61%. Average SAT scores for admitted students are 1415. The 150%-time completion rate is 81.62%. Approximately 28.12% of students receive Pell Grants. About 24.8% of students are first-generation college students.
Institution Type
Public
Carnegie Classification: Doctoral Universities: Very High Research Activity
Location
Vestal, NY 13850-6000
Region: Mid East
Insights and Analysis
Exceptional Graduation Rate: With a 81.62% graduation rate, Binghamton University demonstrates strong student retention and completion. This rate significantly exceeds the national average, indicating effective academic support and student services.
Strong Career Outcomes: Binghamton University graduates report median earnings of $80,596 ten years after entry, placing them among the higher-earning college graduates nationally. This strong earnings potential reflects both the quality of education and the career opportunities available to graduates.
Diverse Program Offerings: With over 111 distinct degree programs, Binghamton University provides students with a wide range of academic options. This diversity allows students to explore various fields and find programs that align with their interests and career goals.
Frequently Asked Questions
Where is Binghamton University located?
Binghamton University is located in Vestal, NY.
What is Binghamton University's acceptance rate?
The acceptance rate at Binghamton University is 38.6% among first-time degree-seeking students reporting admissions data. IPEDS reports 49,513 applicants and 18,683 admits in the latest admissions cycle in our extract.
How much does Binghamton University cost?
Reported tuition is $10,567 and average net price is $21,620 in the latest College Scorecard data. On-campus room and board is estimated at $18,809 annually.
What is the student body demographics at Binghamton University?
Binghamton University reports undergraduate enrollment of about 16,117 students, White (51.3%), Asian (19.0%) in federal College Scorecard data.
How many first-generation students attend Binghamton University?
About 24.8% of students at Binghamton University are first-generation college students.
What test scores do students need for Binghamton University?
Among enrolled students who submitted scores, Binghamton University reports midpoint SAT about 1415 and midpoint ACT about 32.
What do graduates of Binghamton University earn?
Median earnings are $61,621 six years after entry and $80,596 ten years after entry.
What is the graduation rate at Binghamton University?
The 150%-time completion rate is 81.6% for the cohort reported to the College Scorecard.
How much debt do Binghamton University students have?
Median federal loan debt among completers is $18,500.
Is Binghamton University public or private?
Binghamton University is a public institution located in Vestal, NY.
Is Binghamton University an HBCU?
No. Binghamton University is not flagged as an HBCU in the IPEDS institutional directory.
Is Binghamton University a tribal college?
No. Binghamton University is not flagged as a tribal college in IPEDS.
Data Sources
This page uses data from the following sources:
- College Scorecard - U.S. Department of Education
- Institutional characteristics, costs, completion rates, and earnings data
- Data years: 2015-2024
- Source: collegescorecard.ed.gov
- Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS) Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics (OEWS)
- Employment and wage data by occupation
- Latest data: May 2024
- Source: bls.gov/oes
- O*NET Online - U.S. Department of Labor
- Occupational skills, knowledge, abilities, and work activities
- Database version: 28.0 (August 2023)
- Source: onetcenter.org
- IPEDS (Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System) - National Center for Education Statistics
- Institutional data, completions, enrollment, and financial aid
- Data years: 2015-2024
- Source: nces.ed.gov/ipeds
- Census Bureau American Community Survey (ACS)
- Demographic and workforce data
- Latest data: 2023 ACS 5-Year Estimates
- Source: census.gov/acs
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Data Processing: All data has been processed, cleaned, and aggregated for presentation. Where specific data points are unavailable, estimates are based on available data and clearly marked.
Last Updated: Data reflects the most recent available information as of January 2025.
Methodology
Data for this profile is sourced from the U.S. Department of Education's College Scorecard dataset, which provides comprehensive information on institutions of higher education in the United States.
All financial figures are adjusted for inflation and represent the most recent available data. Graduation rates and completion times are calculated according to federal standards.