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    Stony Brook University, SUNY Admissions

    What is the acceptance rate for SBU?

    Stony Brook admissions is selective with an acceptance rate of 49%. Students that get into Stony Brook have an average SAT score between 1230-1440 or an average ACT score of 26-32. The regular admissions application deadline for Stony Brook is January 15.

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    Admissions Statistics

    Acceptance Rate
    49%
    Early Decision Acceptance Rate
    No data available  
    Total Applicants
    37,083
    SAT Range
    1230-1440
    SAT Reading
    600-690
    SAT Math
    630-750
    Students Submitting SAT
    88%
    ACT Range
    26-32
    ACT English
    25-34
    ACT Math
    25-32
    ACT Writing
    7-9
    Students Submitting ACT
    20%

    Admissions Deadlines

    Application Deadline
    January 15
    Early Decision Deadline
    No data available  
    Early Action Deadline
    No data available  
    Offers Early Decision
    No
    Offers Early Action
    No
    Application Fee
    $50
    Accepts Common App
    Yes
    Accepts Coalition App
    Yes

    Admissions Requirements

    What Really Matters When Applying
    • High School GPA
      Required
    • High School Rank
      Recommended
    • High School Transcript
      Required
    • College Prep Courses
      Required
    • SAT/ACT
      Considered but not required
    • Recommendations
      Required
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