Binghamton University SAT Scores and GPA

What are Binghamton University's average SAT scores and GPA? In this guide, we'll discuss what scores are needed for you to get admitted into Binghamton University. You'll also get to calculate your own chances with our admissions calculator.

Location: Binghamton, NY

This school is also known as: SUNY Binghamton

Binghamton University Admissions Statistics

There are three critical numbers when considering your admissions chances: SAT scores, GPA, and acceptance rate. All these combine to tell you what you scores are required to get into Binghamton University.

Average SAT: 1430

The average SAT score composite at Binghamton University is a 1430.

Binghamton University SAT Score Analysis

The 25th percentile New SAT score is 1340, and the 75th percentile SAT score is 1510.

In other words, a 1340 places you below average, while a 1510 will move you up to above average. There's no absolute SAT requirement at Binghamton University, but they really want to see at least a 1340 to have a chance at being considered.

Here's the breakdown of SAT scores by section:

Section	Average	25th Percentile	75th Percentile
Math	704	690	780
Reading + Writing	685	650	730
Composite	1430	1340	1510

Average GPA: 3.89

The average GPA at Binghamton University is 3.89. This makes Binghamton University Extremely Competitive for GPAs.

(Most schools use a weighted GPA out of 4.0, though some report an unweighted GPA.

With a GPA of 3.89, Binghamton University requires you to be near the top of your class, and well above average. You'll need mostly A's, ideally with several AP or IB classes to help show your preparation at a college level.

If you're a junior or senior, your GPA is hard to change from this point on. If your GPA is at or below the school average of 3.89, you'll need a higher SAT score to compensate and show that you're prepared to take on college academics. This will help you compete effectively with other applicants.

Admissions Rate: 41.7%

The acceptance rate at Binghamton University is 41.7%. In other words, of 100 students who apply, 42 are admitted.

This means the school is somewhat selective. You should prepare your academic scores well, but you have an excellent chance if you impress them.

Final Admissions Verdict

Because this school is moderately selective, strong academic performance will almost guarantee you admission. Scoring at a 1430 SAT or above will already give you a great shot at getting in. Scoring a 1510 will nearly guarantee you admission, given that your GPA is roughly the average of 3.89.

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Other Schools For You

If you're interested in Binghamton University, you'll probably be interested in these schools as well. We've divided them into 3 categories depending on how hard they are to get into, relative to Binghamton University.

Reach Schools: Harder to Get Into

These schools are have higher average SAT scores than Binghamton University. If you improve your SAT score, you'll be competitive for these schools.

School Name	Location	SAT Avg	ACT Avg
Dartmouth College	Hanover, NH	1500	34
University of Notre Dame	Notre Dame, IN	1500	34
Boston College	Chestnut Hill, MA	1485	34
Georgetown University	Washington, DC	1480	33
Barnard College	New York, NY	1478	33
Vassar College	Poughkeepsie, NY	1477	33
University of Michigan	Ann Arbor, MI	1470	33

Same Level: Equally Hard to Get Into

If you're competitive for Binghamton University, these schools will offer you a similar chance of admission.

School Name	Location	SAT Avg	ACT Avg
Villanova University	Villanova, PA	1440	33
Southern Methodist University	Dallas, TX	1436	32
Lehigh University	Bethlehem, PA	1430	32
Rensselaer Polytechnic Institute	Troy, NY	1428	32
Boston University	Boston, MA	1418	32
University of California, Berkeley	Berkeley, CA	1415	31
University of Washington	Seattle, WA	1410	32

Safety Schools: Easier to Get Into

If you're currently competitive for Binghamton University, you should have no problem getting into these schools. If Binghamton University is currently out of your reach, you might already be competitive for these schools.

School Name	Location	SAT Avg	ACT Avg
American University	Washington, DC	1368	30
University of Massachusetts Amherst	Amherst, MA	1358	30
Rochester Institute of Technology	Rochester, NY	1352	31
United States Military Academy	West Point, NY	1331	30
Drexel University	Philadelphia, PA	1330	30
University of Connecticut	Storrs, CT	1315	29
Syracuse University	Syracuse, NY	1310	29

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