Cost

Financing a college education is an important investment and understanding a student's financial aid budget is a key component. The cost of attendance is calculated by each university for one year of attendance. The cost of attendance is based on direct and indirect costs. Direct costs include tuition, fees, room and board (if living on campus). Indirect costs are not paid directly to Stony Brook and include books, supplies, transportation and personal expenses.

2021-2022 Estimated Full-Time Cost of Attendance (COA)

Direct Costs	New York Resident	Out of State Resident
Tuition	$7,070	$24,740
Fees	$3,340	$3,340
Housing	$9,914	$9,914
Meals	$5,990	$5,990
Total Direct Cost	$26,314	$43,984

Indirect Costs	New York Resident	Out of State Resident
Books	$900	$900
Transportation	$500	$500
Personal Expenses	$1,920	$1,920
Total Indirect Cost	$3,320	$3,320

ESTIMATED YEARLY COST

$29,634

$47,304

Important Notes/Key Terms:

These estimated costs are effective 02/17/2021. All charges are subject to change following regulations from the state of New York, the State University of New York, and Stony Brook University. Tuition and Fees may vary based on program of study. Please visit the Student Financial Services Website for actual charges.

Fees include: College Fee, Health Services Fee, Graduate Activity Fee, Technology Fee, Academic Excellence & Success Fee and Transportation Fee.

Direct costs are charges paid to the University.

Indirect costs are not paid directly to the University. They are average regional costs based on the consumer price index.

Personal expenses include clothing, personal maintenance, grooming aids, and recreation.

Full time students will be billed for health insurance through the University. The option to waive this cost will be available by providing proof of coverage to the Student Health Service at Stony Brook University.

Download On Campus COA - 21/22 PDF

Direct Costs	New York Resident
Tuition	$7,070
Fees	$3,340
Total Direct Cost	$10,410

Indirect Costs	New York Resident
At Home Living Allowance	$3,374
Books	$900
Transportation	$4,744
Personal Expenses	$1,920
Total Indirect Cost	$10,938

ESTIMATED YEARLY COSTS

$21,348

Important Notes/Key Terms:

Fees include: College Fee, Health Services Fee, Graduate Activity Fee, Technology Fee, Academic Excellence & Success Fee and Transportation Fee.

Direct costs are charges paid to the University.

Indirect costs are not paid directly to the University. They are average regional costs based on the consumer price index.

Download Living with Parent COA- 21/22 PDF

Direct Costs	New York Resident	Out of State Resident
Tuition	$7,070	$24,740
Fees	$3,340	$3,340
Total Direct Cost	$10,410	$28,080

Indirect Costs	New York Resident	Out of State Resident
Housing	$10,628	$10,628
Meals	$5,990	$5,990
Books	$900	$900
Transportation	$4,744	$4,744
Personal Expenses	$1,920	$1,920
Total Indirect Cost	$24,182	$24,182

ESTIMATED YEARLY COST

$34,592

$52,262

Important Notes/Key Terms:

Fees include: College Fee, Health Services Fee, Graduate Activity Fee, Technology Fee, Academic Excellence & Success Fee and Transportation Fee.

Direct costs are charges paid to the University.

Indirect costs are not paid directly to the University. They are average regional costs based on the consumer price index.

Download Off Campus (Not with Parent) COA 21/22 PDF

2020-2021 Estimated Full-Time Cost of Attendance (COA)

Direct Costs	New York Resident	Out of State Resident
Tuition	$7,070	$24,740
Fees	$3,340	$3,340
Housing	$9,532	$9,532
Meals	$5,352	$5,352
Total Direct Cost	$25,294	$42,964

Indirect Costs	New York Resident	Out of State Resident
Books	$900	$900
Transportation	$500	$500
Personal Expenses	$1,368	$1,368
Total Indirect Cost	$2,768	$2,768

ESTIMATED YEARLY COST

$28,062

$45,732

Important Notes/Key Terms:

Fees include: College Fee, Health Services Fee, Graduate Activity Fee, Technology Fee, Academic Excellence & Success Fee and Transportation Fee.

Direct costs are charges paid to the University.

Indirect costs are not paid directly to the University. They are average regional costs based on the consumer price index.

Download On Campus COA - 20/21 PDF

Direct Costs	New York Resident
Tuition	$7,070
Fees	$3,340
Total Direct Cost	$10,410

Indirect Costs	New York Resident
At Home Living Allowance	$1,500
Books	$900
Transportation	$3,968
Personal Expenses	$1,368
Total Indirect Cost	$7,736

ESTIMATED YEARLY COST

$18,146

Important Notes/Key Terms:

Fees include: College Fee, Health Services Fee, Graduate Activity Fee, Technology Fee, Academic Excellence & Success Fee and Transportation Fee.

Direct costs are charges paid to the University.

Indirect costs are not paid directly to the University. They are average regional costs based on the consumer price index.

Download Living With Parent COA - 20/21 PDF

Direct Costs	New York Resident	Out of State Resident
Tuition	$7,070	$24,740
Fees	$3,340	$3,340
Total Direct Cost	$10,410	$28,080

Indirect Costs	New York Resident	Out of State Resident
Housing	$10,220	$10,220
Meals	$5,352	$5,352
Books	$900	$900
Transportation	$3,968	$3,968
Personal Expenses	$1,368	$1,368
Total Indirect Cost	$21,808	$21,808

ESTIMATED YEARLY COST

$32,218

$49,888

Important Notes/Key Terms:

Fees include: College Fee, Health Services Fee, Graduate Activity Fee, Technology Fee, Academic Excellence & Success Fee and Transportation Fee.

Direct costs are charges paid to the University.

Indirect costs are not paid directly to the University. They are average regional costs based on the consumer price index.

Download Off Campus (Not with Parent) COA - 20/21 PDF

DIRECT COSTS	New York Resident	Out of State Resident
Tuition	$6,670	$24,180
Fees**	$2,588	$2,588
Room***	$8,402	$8,402
Meal Plan***	$5,044	$5,044
Total Direct Cost	$22,704	$40,214

INDIRECT COSTS	New York Resident	Out of State Resident
Books	$900	$900
Transportation	$500	$500
Personal	$1,368	$1,368
Total Inderct Cost	$2,768	$2,768
ESTIMATED COST	$25,472	$42,982

*These estimated costs are effective 8/15/2017. All charges are subject to change following regulations from the state of New York, the State University of New York, and Stony Brook University. Please visit the Bursar/Student Accounts Website for actual charges.

**Fees include: College Fee, Health Services Fee, Intercollegiate Athletic Fee, Recreation Center/Fields Fee, Technology Fee, Academic Excellence & Success Fee and Transportation Fee.

***Costs may vary depending on meal plan and housing options selected. Double dorm room and Silver Meal plan were used to calculate above meal and housing plans. All resident first year students are charged an additional fee for required opening weekend meals. All resident transfer students are charged an additional fee for opening weekend lunches.

Full time students who do not have their own health insurance are required to purchase health insurance through the University.

Financial Need

Financial aid eligibility is based on your financial need. Financial need is calculated by subtracting your Expected Family Contribution (EFC) from your Estimated Cost of Attendance. Once your financial need is determined, Stony Brook will work to create a financial aid package for you. The formula to determine your financial need is:

Your EFC is calculated each year using a formula determined by the US Congress after the filing of a FAFSA. Your EFC is listed on the Student Aid Report (SAR) after your FAFSA has been submitted.

Financial Aid Basics