B.S. in Biology
at Stony Brook University, Town of Brookhaven

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B.S. in Biology
at
Stony Brook University
Overview

The Stony Brook University is a popular destination among international UG students interested in starting B.S. in Biology from abroad. The program lasts for a duration of 4 years. The B.S. in Biology program is considered part of the top ranked courses in USA. Candidates interested in pursuing the course must meet the eligibility criteria and secure valid scores in exams such as IELTS, TOEFL, PTE and Duolingo. The interested students should fill the form as soon as possible because the application window opens for a short time only. The first year tuition fee for B.S. in Biology at Stony Brook University is around USD 28,880. Students must also plan for some other additional costs over the duration of studies such as rent, groceries, books, health insurance, etc. The average estimated cost of living at Stony Brook University is around USD 16,540.

Duration	4 years
Tuition & Fees	₹25.61 Lakh Get Fees details
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Course Level	UG Degree

B.S. in Biology

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Overview
Fees
Entry Requirements
Application Process
Rankings
Placements
Highlights
Scholarships

B.S. in Biology
at
Stony Brook University
Fees

Stony Brook University B.S. in Biology fee structure includes first-year tuition fee that all the students have to pay. Apart from the tuition fee, the students also have to spend money on stay, food and other utilities, which comprises cost of living, which is USD 16,540. The total expense may vary, depending on the additional charges provided by the Stony Brook University. The total first-year tuition fees of B.S. in Biology is USD 28,880.

To know more about Stony Brook University B.S. in Biology fee breakup, check out the table below:

1st year tuition fees

Fees components	Amount (for 1 year)
Tuition & fees	INR 25,60,790

Other expenses in 1st Year

Fees components	Amount (for 1 year)
Hostel & Meals	INR 14,66,602
Insurance	INR 1,58,897

Calculated at the exchange rate of 1 USD = INR 88.67 | Tuition & expenses were last updated on 14ᵗʰ February 2025

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B.S. in Biology
at
Stony Brook University
Entry Requirements

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No specific cutoff mentioned
Applicants must have passed high school with good grades

Recommended college preparatory courses: 4 units of English, 4 units of Social Studies, 3 units of Mathematics, 3 units of Science, Natural Science and 2 or 3 units of a Foreign Language

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Marks - 53/90
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Marks - 105/160
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B.S. in Biology
at
Stony Brook University

Frequently Asked Questions

Q: What is the student review of the Stony Brook University?

The Stony Brook University is among the top universities for international students to continue higher education in the USA. The university graduates work for top companies all over the world. Moreover, the graduates are constantly in high demand. According to student's reviews on Shiksha, Stony Brook University has an overall rating of 4.1 stars. Moreover, students have rated Stony Brook University based on various factors that are listed below:

Particulars	Ratings (Out of 5)
Internships	3.7
Part Time Work	3.7
Post Study Jobs	4.2
Quality of Faculty	4.5
Student Life	4.3
Value of Money	4.5
Public Transportation	4.2
Permanent Immigration	3.8
Safety	4.8
Indian Food	3.7

Q: What are the Engineering course rankings at Stony Brook University?

Some of the Engineering course rankings at Stony Brook University based on different ranking bodies are given as follows:

Year	QS- Engineering and Technology	Times Higher Education- Engineering
2019	401-450	201-250
2020	401-450	201-250
2021	451-500	201-250
2022	501-530	176-200
2023	NA	251-300

Q: What is the ranking of Stony Brook University in the world?

Some of the World Rankings at Stony Brook University based of different ranking bodies are given as follows:

Year	QS World Rankings	Times Higher Education Rankings
2020	359	301-350
2021	373	301-350
2022	378	301-350
2023	416	301-350
2024	396	NA

Q: What are the US World and News rankings for Stony Brook University?

US World and News ranked Stony Brook University at rank #227, which is a decline from the last year 2023, which was #206. From the ranking data in hand, it can be inferred that the rankings for the Stony Brook University are declining in best Global Universities by this ranking body. This university receives a rank #58 in the year 2025 which is constant from the year 2024. This ranking declined from the year 2023.

Q: What are THE rankings for Stony Brook University?

The rankings have been provided by THE (Times Higher Education) since the year 2004. The creation of these rankings is done to know and evaluate the university's performance on the global stage and provide a comprehensive ranking report for the students to make an informed higher education decision.

For the year 2025, Stony Brook University is ranked at #251 among the best universities in the world, the ranking is constant for the year 2024 that is #251 but it has significantly improved from the year 2023 to 2024. THE rankings 2023 for this university was #301.

B.S. in Biology
at
Stony Brook University
Application Process

Step one

Prepare documents for application

LOR

One letter of recommendation is required from a teacher or counselor.

ESSAYS

Essay of at least 250 words

Step two

Additional documents required

Official secondary school records
Official score report for the English Proficiency test

Step three

Start your online application

https://graduateadmissions.stonybrook.edu/apply/

Step four

Application fees for this course

USD 50 = INR 4.43 Thousand

A late semester fee payment:

Up to $50 each month, and $200 per semester.

B.S. in Biology
at
Stony Brook University
Rankings

University Ranking

Rank	Rank Publisher
#59	National University US News & World Report, 2026
#301	University THE (Times Higher Education), 2026
#452	World University QS, 2026

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B.S. in Biology
at
Stony Brook University
Placements

Particulars

Statistics (2021)

Internship Available

Yes,

Students have the option to do internship The Internship is designed to allow students to receive academic credit for a career-focused experience in the biological sciences that does not have a major

Students have the option to do internship The Internship is designed to allow students to receive academic credit for a career-focused experience in the biological sciences that does not have a major focus on research

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B.S. in Biology
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Students also asked

Q: What are the QS World rankings for Stony Brook University?

For the year 2025, the Stony Brook University QS ranking is #460 in the 'World University' category which is a decline from the last year as the ranking for that year was #396 among the world's best universities. The rankings for this university are fluctuating since 2023. According to the subject rankings Biological Sciences rank at #251 and they have improved since the last year.

Q: Which university is better among Stony Brook University and Arizona State University?

THE World University ranking body has provided the rankings for the year 2025, according to which Stony Brook University is not better than Arizona State University as there is a difference of 50 spots in THE World University rankings 2025.

The table below shows the comparison of the universities of various similarly ranked universities in Italy:

University	2025	2024	2023
Stony Brook University	#251	#251	#301
Arizona State University	#201	#182	#156

Q: Which course is famous at Stony Brook University?

As per the Stony Brook University subject ranking 2024, many of the university courses are ranked among the top in the world. QS has ranked the Stony Brook University at #51 for Nursing. Additionally, it is also ranked #51 for Pharmacy & Pharmacology by QS. THE has also ranked courses offered by Stony Brook University as top programs, namely Psychology, Arts & Humanities, Engineering, and Life Sciences, etc. The programs offered by Stony Brook University are quite popular and are ranked at #176 - 301 by THE in 2024, and according to the same ranking body, this University is ranked at #501 for the year 2025.

Q: Has Stony Brook University rank been improved?

Ranked at #67 by Shiksha Popularity Rankings, Stony Brook University is also ranked at #61 for MS (Masters), at #64 in the 'others PG' category, and #84 in MSN.

As compared to the last year, Stony Brook University witnessed an improving trend in its THE (Times Higher Education) ranking which stood at #301 in 2023. Additionally, Stony Brook University ranks #58 in US News 'National University' category in 2024.

Q: Which university ranks better among University of Massachusetts Amherst and Stony Brook University?

THE World University ranking body has provided the rankings for the year 2025, according to which University of Massachusetts Amherst ranks the best out of the below mentioned similarly ranked universities.

The table below shows the comparison of the universities of various similarly ranked universities in the USA.

University	2025	2024	2023
University of Massachusetts Amherst	#84	-	-
Stony Brook University	#251	#251	#301

Stony Brook University
Students Ratings & Reviews

4.1/5

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Student Views (Based on Reviews)

57% students never faced discrimination in this university

Vibe of Campus

Academically oriented

Friendly

Stressful

Easy going

Internships3.9

Part time work3.6

Post study jobs4.6

Quality of faculty4.4

Student Life4.1

Value for money4.6

Public transportation3.9

Safety4.9

Indian Food3.7

Permanent Immigration3.9

Sambasiva Reddy Asam Verified Icon

M.S. in Computer Science - Batch of 2025

Offered by Stony Brook University

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

Reviewed on 9 Aug 2025Read more

YOTISH

BS in Health Science - Batch of 2029

Offered by Stony Brook University

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

Reviewed on 30 Apr 2025Read more

Anonymous

MS in Data Science - Batch of 2025

Offered by Stony Brook University

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

Reviewed on 27 Jan 2024Read more

Anonymous

M.S. in Computer Science - Batch of 2025

Offered by Stony Brook University

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

Reviewed on 25 Jan 2024Read more

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M.S. in Computer Science - Batch of 2024

Offered by Stony Brook University

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

Reviewed on 23 Jan 2024Read more

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B.S. in Biology
at
Stony Brook University
Highlights

The Biology (BIO) major builds on a strong foundation in chemistry, mathematics, and physics to introduce students to the concepts and methodologies associ-ated with multiple levels of biological complexity
Biology is the study of organisms, including the molecular and cellular basis of life, development of the individual and its genetic basis, maintenance of the individual, and interaction of organisms with their biotic and physical environment
Students explore the Fundamentals of Biology through three foundational courses that provide a thorough introduction to organisms, ecosystems, cellular and molecular biology, and physiology
Students majoring in biology prepare for professional study in the biological or health sciences

B.S. in Biology
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Stony Brook University

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