Can you get into Stony Brook University?
Stony Brook, New York
Stony Brook University admits about 49% of applicants, making it moderately selective. Admitted students typically have SAT scores around 1320–1490, ACT composites around 28–33, about a 3.85 GPA (the middle 50%). Enter your stats below to see whether Stony Brook University is a reach, match, or safety for you.
Stony Brook University admissions profile
- Acceptance rate
- 49%
- SAT range (mid 50%)
- 1320–1490
- ACT range (mid 50%)
- 28–33
- Average GPA
- 3.85
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Admissions FAQ
- How hard is it to get into Stony Brook University?
- Stony Brook University has an acceptance rate of about 49%, which makes it moderately selective based on the most recent federal data.
- What GPA do you need to get into Stony Brook University?
- Admitted students at Stony Brook University have an average GPA of about 3.85. It's one factor among test scores, courses, and the rest of your application.
- What SAT or ACT score do you need for Stony Brook University?
- The middle 50% of admitted students at Stony Brook University have SAT scores between 1320–1490 and ACT composites between 28–33.
- What are my chances of getting into Stony Brook University?
- Use FindU's free chance calculator on this page — enter your GPA and test scores to see whether Stony Brook University is a reach, match, or safety. It's a directional estimate from public data, not a prediction or guarantee.