How to Apply

Thank you for your interest in Binghamton University's graduate programs. We look forward to receiving your application.

If you are a graduate degree program applicant, follow the steps below.

If you are applying to an accelerated/4+1 degree program or for non-degree/non-matriculated study, continue to the appropriate application.

Please contact the Office of Graduate Admissions if you are unsure which instructions to follow.

  1. Submit the online application and all required application materials.

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      • Scan and upload the files with care, making sure they are clear, legible and complete. The graduate admissions committee will receive the files you scan and upload.
      • Preferred file format is PDF. Other accepted file formats include .doc, .docx, .rtf, .jpg and .tif.
      • Do not mail hard (paper) copies of any application materials unless specifically requested by the Office of Graduate Admissions.
    • Pay the $75 (USD) non-refundable graduate degree program application fee.
      • You can use a Visa, MasterCard, Discover or American Express credit card. Your credit card bill serves as your receipt.
      • We are happy to be able to grant application fee waivers to CSTEP, EOP, HEOP, LSAMP Program, Project 1000, SEEK Program or TRIO Program (McNair Scholars Program, Student Support Services, Upward Bound, etc.) students. Please provide a certified letter from your program officially attesting to your participation. Documents can be uploaded directly on the application or by emailing gradadmission@binghamton.edu. 
      • GEM Fellowship applicants are eligible for an Application Fee Waiver until January 15th only. Submit a copy of your GEM interface homepage indicating that your overall application status is complete. Documents can be uploaded directly on the application or by emailing gradadmission@binghamton.edu.
      • United States Armed Forces veterans and active duty service members are also eligible for an application fee waiver. Please submit a copy of your Certificate of Release or Discharge from Active Duty (DD Form 214) or your Status Report Pursuant to Servicemembers Civil Relief Act (as downloaded from https://scra.dmdc.osd.mil). Documents can be uploaded directly on the application or by emailing them to gradadmission@binghamton.edu.
      • Some academic departments are able to grant application fee waivers as well. If you do not belong to any of the groups above, please review your department’s webpage for any fee waiver eligibility information. If you still have questions, or if this information is not available, we recommend you reach out to your academic department. 
      • Please note that a request for an application fee waiver may take 2 to 3 business days to process. Please wait for an email stating that your request has been approved before submitting your application. If you have any questions about this process, please contact us at gradadmission@binghamton.edu.
    • Submit the online application and all required application materials by your program's application deadline.

    Review these reminders before you apply:

    • We recommend you begin the application process at least one month before your program's application deadline.
    • You may apply to more than one program at a time. If you receive an admission decision for more than one program, you can only confirm your intent to enroll for one program at a time. Any remaining applications will be automatically withdrawn once you have confirmed your intent to enroll by paying your admission deposit. Exceptions will be made for individuals applying to approved dual- and double-degree programs.
    • Take care when selecting your program. The Office of Graduate Admissions cannot make any changes to your program once we receive and begin review of your application.
    • If you are a former Binghamton University student (undergraduate, graduate or non-degree/non-matriculated) and have changed your name, file an official name change form with the Office of Financial Aid and Student Records before submitting an application.
    • If you are an international student, review the additional admission requirements for international students before submitting an application.
    • If you are interested in transferring graduate credits from another institution to Binghamton University, review the policies regarding the transfer of graduate credits before submitting an application. The application process is the same for students who are planning to transfer graduate credits as it is for those who are not.

  2. Submit official test scores electronically.

    If you have not already sent your test scores to Binghamton University, submit your GRE/GMAT and/or TOEFL/IELTS/PTE Academic/Duolingo scores. Review the admission requirements to see which test scores are required for your program. All official test scores should be delivered to the Office of Graduate Admissions from the official examiner. Scores should not be sent directly to the academic department. Note that it can take as long as two full weeks for the testing agency to process your order and deliver your scores to Binghamton University.

    • Order GRE score report: Use Binghamton University's code: 2535.
    • Order GMAT score report: Submit scores by selecting "State University of New York (SUNY) - Binghamton University" from the score delivery menu.
    • TOEFL iBT: Binghamton University requires a minimum TOEFL score of 80 on the Internet-based test (iBT).
      • TOEFL iBT MyBest scores are accepted.
      • The following TOEFL iBT tests are accepted:
        • TOEFL iBT test (taken at a test center),
        • TOEFL iBT Home Edition,
        • TOEFL iBT Paper Edition.
        • To learn more or register for the test, visit the TOEFL website. To submit a score report, use Binghamton University's code: 2535. 
    • TOEFL Essentials: Binghamton University requires a minimum TOEFL Essentials score of 9.
        • TOEFL Essentials MyBest scores are accepted.
        • To learn more or register for the test, visit the TOEFL Essentials website. To submit a score report, use Binghamton University's code: 2535.
    • IELTS: Binghamton University requires a minimum IELTS score of 6.5, with no band below 5.0.
        • The IELTS Online option is also accepted
        • To learn more or register for the test, visit the IELTS website. Requests for IELTS score delivery to Binghamton University's Graduate Admissions Office must be submitted directly to the test center where you took the IELTS test.
    • Pearson PTE Academic: Binghamton University requires a minimum Pearson PTE Academic score of 53.
        • The Pearson PTE Academic Online option is also accepted
        • To learn more or register for the test, visit the Pearson PTE Academic website. To submit a score report, select "Binghamton University - State University of New York" from the score delivery menu.
    • Duolingo English Test: Binghamton University requires a minimum Duolingo score of 105.
        • To learn more or register for the test, visit the Duolingo English Test website. To submit a score report, select "Binghamton University (SUNY)" from the list of institutions.
    • Some academic departments require higher minimum scores. View your program's admission requirements for details. Be sure to schedule your test with consideration for your academic program's application deadline. Please note that it can take as long as 2 full weeks for the testing agency to process your order and deliver your scores to Binghamton University.

  3. Submit any application materials that you were not able to upload to the online application.

    If your program requires additional application materials that were not requested in the online application, email them to the Office of Graduate Admissions at gradadmission@binghamton.edu.

    • Use "Additional Application Materials - [Student's Name]" in the subject line.
    • Include your application materials as attachments. Preferred file format is PDF. Other accepted file formats include .doc, .docx, .rtf, .jpg and .tif.
    • Include your full name (as you used in the online application), your date of birth, the program to which you applied and the semester in which you expect to start graduate studies at Binghamton University in the body of the message.

  4. Receive your admission decision.

    Once an admission decision has been made, you will receive an email from the Office of Graduate Admissions. (Add "gradadmission@binghamton.edu" to your email address book or contact list. Don't forget to check your spam folder!) If you have been accepted, you will also receive an admission letter.