Binghamton University, State University of New York (SUNY), is the #1 public university in New York. We are a mid-sized university of 18,000 undergraduate and graduate students, including over 1,500 international students from over 100 countries. Binghamton provides top tier education in six schools and 130+ academic programs, with several exclusive honors programs and world-class research opportunities for students in every major.
On campus, there’s always something to do, with 21 NCAA Division I teams and 450+ student-led clubs and organizations. Binghamton University is nestled in picturesque rolling hills just minutes from a vibrant downtown area where students can explore the arts, local restaurants, and professional sports. We are just a few hours from major urban centers such as New York City, Boston, and Toronto, and our award-winning career center connects students to opportunities around the country and around the world.
Binghamton offers countless resources to support students learning and excelling both within and outside of the classroom. Combined with an affordable price, Binghamton University consistently earns a best value ranking among US universities.
On Binghamton University’s main campus, you can find interactive classroom spaces, laboratories, a trading room where students invest real money, a museum, and more! There are six residential communities, each with their own personalities and traditions, where you can make yourself at home. One of our most unique resources is our 190 acre Nature Preserve, which is open to the public year-round.
Just a short walk or bus ride away, students and faculty engage in cutting edge research at the Innovative Technologies Complex, study nursing and pharmacy on the Health Sciences campus, or engage with the local community and government from the University Downtown Center.
Begin your application process by submitting either the Common Application or the SUNY Application
In general, the following items are also needed for admission consideration:
Supporting application materials can be sent electronically to international@binghamton.edu or by mail. For further requirements and clarification, please view the Undergraduate Admission Website for more specific details on minimum scores and the admission process.
International applicants are considered those who intend to come to the university on an F-1 or J-1 student visa. We work closely with you to provide you with the information and documents you need to apply for your student visa.
Binghamton University has a limited number of scholarships available for first-year students, including international students. All applicants are automatically considered for merit-based scholarships. Scholarships may range from $3,500-$10,000. While International students are not eligible for federal/state funding, international students can apply for private scholarships that are available to them in their upperclassmen years.
Binghamton University is ranked one of the nation’s top public universities year after year, reached its highest rank ever on U.S. News & World Report’s “Best Colleges” list in 2024.
