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What's new at Stony Brook University?

  • The application deadline for Spring Intake at Stony Brook University is now closed. 
  • The Stony Brook University admission deadline for Fall intake will close on May 1, 2024. 

Stony Brook University Courses and Fees 2025

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Courses1st Year Tuition FeesDuration & Eligibility
MS(44 courses)
INR 11 L - 31 LGet Fee Details
Duration12 months-2 years
Exam AcceptedIELTS: 6.5 - 7, PTE, Duolingo: 105 & Above, TOEFL: 80 - 90, GRE, GMAT
MBA/PGDM(7 courses)
INR 20 L - 27 LGet Fee Details
Duration12-24 months
Exam AcceptedIELTS: 6.5 & Above, PTE, Duolingo, GMAT, TOEFL: 80 & Above, GRE
B.E. / B.Tech(12 courses)
INR 25 L - 33 LGet Fee Details
Duration4 years
Exam AcceptedIELTS: 6.5 & Above, TOEFL: 80 & Above, PTE: 53 & Above, Duolingo: 105 & Above
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Q:   Is GRE score mandatory for admission at Stony Brook University?
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Stony Brook University provides test options for submitting a GRE score for graduate admission. However, students prefer to submit official scores to the university to add a positive factor during application review. Along with the GRE scores, students must submit GPA scores (minimum 3 or above) letters of recommendation, personal statements, official transcripts, and English language proficiency scores at the time of admission. The university reviews the application and responds within a few weeks.

Q:   How good is Stony Brook University for an international student?
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Stony Brook University is one of the reputed and highly-ranked universities in the USA for international students. As per the unofficial source, the university ranked #58 among National Universities, #24 in Top Public Schools, and #134 in Best Value Schools.

With a 19:1 student-to-faculty ratio, 36% of classes have fewer than 20 students at the university. This indicates that the university focuses on providing a better environment to study and provide excellent learning and research work to individual students. Also, 90% of the faculty members hold a PhD in their subjects and are globally recognized.

Q:   Can I get admission at Stony Brook with a 1200 SAT?
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Stony Brook University provides test options for standardized test scores, such as ACT or SAT. However, student consider providing these scores to improve their chances of selection. The minimum score submitted by the previous students was between 1320 and 1500. The probability of getting into the university does not only rely upon the SAT scores, if the student is good at several other factors, they must give a try to get into the university. The chances of getting into the university with a 1200 SAT score are low but can be compensated with other factors, such as extracurricular activities; community, leadership qualities; and unique skills or interests.

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Stony Brook University Fee Breakdown 2025

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Q:   What is the ranking of Stony Brook University in the world?
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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 
2020359301-350
2021373301-350
2022378301-350
2023416301-350
2024396NA
Q:   What is the ARWU ranking criteria for Stony Brook University?
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The ranking parameters of ARWU are quality of education, quality of faculty, research output and per capita performance. The weightage that each parameter carries is given below:

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Weightage

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10%

Quality of Faculty

20%

Research Output

40%

Per Capital Performance

10%

Q:   How much does it cost for international students to study at Stony Brook University?
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Stony Brook University is one of the best public universities in the United Kingdom. The University tuition fees for international students and domestic students can differ from one programme to another and from one student to another. Moreover, international students must refer to the specific programme fee page. Furthermore, the Stony Brook tuition fee for undergraduate and postgraduate programs is listed below:

Course levelAnnual Tuition Fee in INR
UG
INR 25.38 L - 31.82 L
PG
INR 10.24 L - 28.98 L

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Students Ratings & Reviews

4.2/5
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Vibe of Campus
  • Academically oriented
  • Friendly
  • Stressful
  • Easy going
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  • 63% students never faced discrimination in this university
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.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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M.S. in Computer Science - Batch of 2025
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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
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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$
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FAQs

Q:   What major is Stony Brook University known for?
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At Stony Brook University, SUNY, Engineering; Computer and Information Sciences and Support services; Psychology; Mathematics and Statistics; Business, Management, Marketing, and related support services; Biological and Biomedical sciences; Health professions and related programs; psychology; and mathematics and statistics, are all prominent courses.

Q:   Does Stony Brook require GRE for computer science?
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For International Applicants applying to the Computer Science Master's program, a certified GRE score is necessary. The GRE is not necessary for computer Science PhD candidates.

Stony Brook University (institution code: 2548) must get official GRE scores via ETS. Additionally, by the application deadline for Graduate Admissions Committee Review, Stony Brook University must receive the official GRE result if a GRE score was self-reported in the online application.

Q:   Is M.S. in Data Science good at Stony Brook University?
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The MS in Data Science programme consists of 36 credits (12 courses), including 10 core courses and 2 electives. Students are required to finish their MS programme in three to four semesters.

Students will receive intensive training in Data Science, covering areas such as statistical analysis, big data analysis/management, and computing principles.

This programme is given jointly by the Departments of Applied Mathematics and Statistics (AMS) and Computer Science (CS), both of which are part of the College of Engineering and Applied Sciences.

It is ranked #77 in National University Ranking By - US News & World Report 2023.

Q:   How to get into Stony Brook University for MS in CS?
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A bachelor's degree is required, typically in mathematics, science, or engineering. The transcript must reflect an overall undergraduate grade point average of 3.0 or higher, including 3.0 or higher in all scientific, math, and engineering courses. The innovative curriculum of SBU's Master of Science in Computer Science programme, which incorporates credits, courses, and a thesis requirement, sets it apart. 

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The MBA programme at SBU is accredited by the AACSB, and students can choose from a range of streams which includes: Management, Finance, Marketing, and Entrepreneurship.
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To apply to Stony Brook University, international applicants are required to follow the steps given below:

  • Choose a program from more than 200 academic options, and review the requirements for their eligibility.
  • UG students must register on the SUNY App or Common App, whie PG students are required to

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The Stony Brook University acceptance rate stands at 49.04%, meaning that of every 100 students who apply to SBU admissions, the university is likely to approve the applications of around 49 students. This makes the admission criteria of the university moderately selective as almost half of the stu

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The cost of living on campus at Stony Brook depends on the type of accommodation, a student opts to pursue.

Given below is a detailed breakdown of housing rates at Stony Brook:

Room TypeRoom Rate (per semester)
Corridor Style Single RoomUSD 6,741 (INR 5.82 L) 
Corridor Style Single Room w/ACUSD 6,876 (INR 5.94 L)
Corridor Style Double RoomUSD 5,712 (INR 4.93 L)
Corridor Style Double Room w/ACUSD 5,847 (INR 5.05 L)
Corridor Style Three Person RoomUSD 5,712 (INR 4.93 L)
Corrdior Style Three Person Room w/ACUSD 5,847 (INR 5.05 L)

1 USD = INR 86.45

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The Stony Brook University received over 55,800 applications for the admission cycle of 2024-25. The number of students who got admitted by the university crossed 27,400 whereas the number of students who actually enrolled was 4,000. This suggests that the Stony Brook University acceptance rate stan

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University CityTown of Brookhaven, New York, USA
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Population of City4,86,599

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