At Stony Brook University, an exciting and dynamic education awaits you. Explore your passions while enjoying a vibrant student life, jump-starting your future with competitive career opportunities, and spending your college years in one of the most beautiful and desirable locations in America. The possibilities are endless.

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Admissions

Application Deadline

January 15

Acceptance Rate

49%

SAT Range

1230-1440

ACT Range

26-32

Application Fee

$50

SAT/ACT

Considered but not required

High School GPA

Required

Accepts Common App

Yes

Cost

Net Price

$16,478 / year

National

$15,523

Average cost after financial aid for students receiving grant or scholarship aid, as reported by the college.

Average Total Aid Awarded

$10,468 / year

National

$7,535

Students Receiving Financial Aid

76%

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Academics

Professors

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Student Faculty Ratio

8:1

Evening Degree Programs

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Majors

Environmental Studies - School of Marine and Atmospheric Sciences

The Environmental Studies major is designed to provide students with the analytical and communication skills and the background necessary to understand and address complex environmental issues. The goal is to address the complex scientific, legal, political, socio-economic and ethical issues that define and surround environmental issues that affect our daily lives locally and globally.

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Online

Programs Offered Entirely Online

Offers Online Courses

Yes

Online Certificate Programs

Online Associates Programs

Online Bachelor's Programs

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Mix of Online and on Campus
46%
On Campus
1%
Online
53%

Students

Full-Time Enrollment

16,586 Undergrads

Part-Time Undergrads

1,424

Undergrads Over 25

Pell Grant

37%

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After College

Median Earnings 6 Years After Graduation

$57,600 / year

National

$33,028

Graduation Rate

76%

National

49%

Employed 2 Years After Graduation

91%

National

83%