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Stony Brook University Admissions 2025: Application Deadline, Requirements & Costs

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Stony Brook University Admissions
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International students can apply to Stony Brook University admissions in Spring, Summer, Fall, and Winter intakes. The Stony Brook application deadline for undergraduate and postgraduate programs is given below:

Undergraduate programs:

  • Early action: Nov 1, 2025
  • Regular decision: Closed

Postgraduate programs:

  • MS/MA: Varies as per specializations
  • MBA: Closed

Stony Brook University Admission Overview 2025

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Q:   Does Stony Brook require IELTS?
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Students from various backgrounds whose first language is not English must prove their English language proficiency before entering Stony Brook University. The UG or PG students must score a minimum IELTS score of 6.5 or above. Along with IELTS, students must submit TOEFL and PTE scores whose minimum eligibility is given below:

English Language Test

UG Score

PG Score

IELTS

6.5 or above

6.5 or above

TOEFL iBT

80 or above

80 or above

PTE

53 or above

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Stony Brook University Eligibility and Fees 2025

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Q:   What are the admission requirements for Stony Brook?
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International students seeking Stony Brook University admission must fulfill the basic eligibility of the undergraduate or postgraduate programme and submit the required documents at the time of admission. The document requirements for UG and PG applicants at Stony Brook are given below:

PG requirements:

  • Work experience (optional)
  • GMAT (optional)
  • GPA score
  • Personal statement
  • 3 Letters of recommendation
  • Official school transcripts
  • GRE score
  • English proficiency score

UG requirements:

  • High School transcripts
  • English proficiency scores
  • Teacher/ Counselor recommendation
  • Essay
  • ACT/ SAT score (optional)

Stony Brook University Admissions 2025

Stony Brook University MS Admissions 2025

44 courses 12 months - 2 years
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₹ 10.9L - 30.7L

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  • Accepting Exams: IELTS, PTE, Duolingo, TOEFL, GRE, GMAT
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Q:   Is B.S in Computer Science good at Stony Brook University?
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The Computer Science major provides professional education to prepare students for graduate school or a career in the Computing field. Students learn the concepts and abilities required to develop, program, and apply computer systems, as well as the theoretical and mathematical basis of Computer Science. Students will be able to develop, implement, and assess a computer-based system, process, component, or programme to suit specified needs. 

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Stony Brook University Application Process 2025

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Q:   What is the fee for Indian students at Stony Brook University?
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The Stony Brook University fees range between INR 25L and INR 32L for undergraduate programs and between INR 10L and INR 29L for postgraduate programs. Students can check the tuition fees of the popular programs from the below table:

Courses

1st Year Tuition Fees

MS (38 courses)

INR 10 L - 29 L

BE/ BTech (12 courses)

INR 25 L - 31 L

BBA (2 courses)

INR 28 L - 32 L

MA (30 courses)

INR 15 L - 21 L

BSc (20 courses)

INR 25 L - 32 L

MBA/PGDM (7 courses)

INR 19 L - 26 L

BA (23 courses)

INR 25 L - 32 L

MIM (5 courses)

INR 19 L - 26 L

BFA (1 course)

INR 25 L

MFA (4 courses)

INR 13 L - 19 L

MSN (1 course)

INR 19 L

MPH (1 course)

INR 20 L

Stony Brook University Enrollment Statistics 2025

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Q:   Does Stony Brook University accept international students?
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Stony Brook University accepts international students from all over the globe. As per the official source, currently, a total of 4,436 international students from 103 countries are studying at the university under UG or PG programs. According to the university enrollment for 2023-2024, the total undergraduate enrollment by the university was 17,549 and 8,316 students were enrolled in the PG program. Out of the total UG applicants, 1,531 students were international. Students can check the Stony Brook statistics for the enrollment data below:

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Headcount

Undergraduate

17,549

Postgraduate

8,316

International UG

1,531

Stony Brook University
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4.2/5
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Student Views (Based on Reviews)
  • 63% students never faced discrimination in this university
Vibe of Campus
Academically oriented
Friendly
Stressful
Easy going
Internships3.8
Part time work3.6
Post study jobs4.4
Quality of faculty4.5
Student Life4.3
Value for money4.6
Public transportation4
Safety4.9
Indian Food3.9
Permanent Immigration3.8
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M.S. in Computer Science - Batch of 2025
4.2
It's a bit challenging to find part-time work in the first semester.
Tips: Come to the university 15 days before the semester starts and look for part-time work. Try to secure one, but if you can't, that's okay. After the semester begins, focus on getting an internship. Reach out to seniors to learn how to apply for internships and connect with people on LinkedIn. It will be a bit stressful and overwhelming initially, so try to manage your time. Concentrate on internships and jobs. It's very important to surround yourself with ambitious friends, as word-of-mouth is key – the more you talk about internships and jobs, the more you'll learn. So, get involved, mingle with people, and attend university events, especially during your first year. Distributed Systems is a good course, but it's demanding. If you're truly interested, go for it; otherwise, maybe not. However, if you take the course, learn it thoroughly and showcase your projects effectively, the market for Distributed Systems is currently strong.
Likes (Value for money): This is the best and most affordable school in New York, but the room rent is high. If you have a part-time job, around 90% of your earnings might go towards rent. The tuition fee is approximately 35,000 dollars. Part-time jobs typically pay around 16 per hour; consider seeking Research Assistant positions, as they often offer higher pay.
Dislikes (Part time work): It's a bit challenging to find part-time work in the first semester, but if you keep searching, you might find something by the second semester. If not, that's okay; you'll likely find opportunities in your second year as seniors graduate. Having a part-time job can significantly reduce your financial burden.
Total Monthly ExpenseUSD 1200
Prepping time for classes10 hours/Week
Expected Annual SalaryUSD 150000
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BS in Health Science - Batch of 2029
4.3
Amazing with great career opportunities.
Tips: It's tough to get in as the acceptance rate is 42%, but once you do, you will be able to enjoy scholarship opportunities, a cooperative university, and competitive academics. You will also enjoy overall well-being and no stress, as well as a stress-free, accommodating campus. Job opportunities are high as there is a renowned hospital on campus, which provides hands-on experience. On experience for pupils in courses of healthcare/public. Health and also have a GSU curriculum other than the core curriculum, so this helps a lot when considering fees and expenditure.
Dislikes (Permanent Immigration): In the USA, immigration is really strict. There are a lot of rules about which visas qualify for permanent residency or citizenship. Because of this, it’s tough to get permanent immigration status on an F1 student visa. Working on campus is only allowed for 20 hours a week, so you should plan accordingly.
Total Monthly ExpenseUSD 7175
Prepping time for classes26 hours/Week
Expected Annual SalaryUSD 104300
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M.S. in Computer Engineering - Batch of 2025
4.3
Value for money university to join.
Tips: At the outset, I encountered challenges with food, but I gradually adjusted and found ways to adapt. Although I did not receive any scholarships, I managed to navigate through my university without major financial training. Overall, I am quite content with my university choice, as I believe the education and experience it offers justify the cost.
Total Monthly ExpenseUSD 1100
Prepping time for classes25 hours/Week
Expected Annual SalaryUSD 100000
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MS in Data Science - Batch of 2025
4.2
Public Research University.
Tips: I had the dream of coming to master in USA from a young age after seeing my relatives and others come here. After my undergrad, I did a job for 1 year as SDE and decided to go for Masters. I applied to many universities and the best I got was at Stony brook university MSCS so I decided to pursue my MS in this university. The acceptance rate is an average of around 48%. I have just done my 1st sem. Did 3 subjects and got good grades. There were medium to hard subjects but done with them somehow. Prepare hard for getting into the University as it is getting tough to get into. Consult students who are studying here. It is good for your future. I am satisfied with the university, course and country.
Likes (Indian Food): The Stony Book university is in the middle of New York and there are lot of Indian food here. From South to North every option is available. The restaurant owners are Indians also. The Indian population here won't let you miss Indian food. I prefer cooking myself because New York is so expensive and I still eat outside on weekends. So there is no problem with food options in our country. You'll see a lot of options for Indian food outside Stony Book University.
Dislikes (Post study jobs): This University is good and it's well recognised. Many MNC's visit for placements but due to the current scenario, it is tough to get a good table job after studies. Applying for 100's of internships but getting rejected for all, as situations are bad at present for current job situations. The package varies from degree and it's one of the best universities in New York, so there are a lot of options for Post-study jobs. It will take some time for everything to come back to normal.
Total Monthly ExpenseUSD 6000
Prepping time for classes30 hours/Week
Expected Annual SalaryUSD
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M.S. in Computer Science - Batch of 2025
3.5
Part-time jobs are less but tuition fee is also lesser on comparison.
Tips: Stony Brook University is one of the highly ranked university in the US and also the no.1 public university in the state of New York. It can be challenging at times with academics but put in the effort and it should be manageable and one should be able to adjust to the fast paced life as to not fall behind on academics and internships. When it comes to part time, the options are very low for the graduate student and getting one can be considered lucky, so this is not the college if you want to rely entirely on part-time. Tuition fee is low compared to other colleges but housing is expensive. Assistantships are also tough to get if you haven't been offered one on admission
Total Monthly ExpenseUSD 1200
Prepping time for classes20 hours/Week
Expected Annual SalaryUSD
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M.S. in Computer Science - Batch of 2024
4.7
Value for money university
Tips: Culturally very accepting, super easy on students, especially Indian origin has a good community to live on campus, and good diversity as well. Relatively tougher, but students do get RA positions with tuition funded and a good stipend. I am totally satisfied with the university and with the country.
Likes (Permanent Immigration): US is a tough place if you are concerned with permanent settlement, but the quality of education and industry exposure is top-tier. Very few other countries would provide this experience with such minds to collaborate and this is super important for personal growth. Given a chance to permanently migrate here, I would not choose to.
Dislikes (Indian Food): Middle eastern and Indian food available are relatively good prices. There are a few canteens, marketplaces and dining halls which provide diverse options and fairly standard prices. Some options are mac and cheese for 2.5$, salad bowls for 4$, full course bowls for 10$
Total Monthly ExpenseUSD 1000
Prepping time for classes20 hours/Week
Expected Annual SalaryUSD 100000
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Stony Brook University 2025 FAQs

Q:   Is there any scholarship available for international students at Stony Brook University?
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Stony Brook welcomes international students having intercultural understanding. The university also offers scholarships to such students. It has a vision to encourage intercultural understanding by selecting amongst first-year international students. The selected students will be offered an annual, renewable scholarship to cover 50% of their tuition fees.

Eligibility Criteria

  1. Only first-year, undergraduate international applicants are eligible to apply

  2. The candidates need to demonstrate leadership ability through any interest and personal initiative undertaken in activities that involve leadership, intercultural experience and also somebody who intends to implement these at Stony Brook University

There is holistic review of applicants by a committee that will take into account the academic background, any participation in activities related to intercultural learning, leadership experiences, future goals, essay/video quality and creativity of their submission.

Note: International students are not eligible for any type of Federal or State aid. 

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Q:   What are the admission requirements for MS In Data Science?
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Along with having a bachelor's degree in Data Science with a strong Mathematics and Programming background, students must fulfill the below admission requirements to pursue MS in Data Science:

  • Students are expected to be fluent in Calculus and at least one programming language. 

  • A minimum overall cumulative GPA of at least 3.0 (or equivalent), and at least a 3.0 average in all courses in pertinent or related fields. 

  • Basic Mathematics- Must completed two semesters of college level Calculus, and a course in Linear Algebra. Also, desirable course in either Probability Theory or Probability and Statistics.

  • The student must have at least undergraduate-level proficiency in the core Computer Science areas.

  • TOEFL - Marks - 80/120

  • IELTS - Marks - 6.5/9 (Overall score of 6.5, with no subsection recommended to be below 6) 

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