International Transfer Students: Apply

Application Instructions

  1. Apply online

    There are several ways to apply; please submit one application:

    The Common Application allows you to apply to over 500 participating schools with one application. Apply via the Common Application

    The SUNY Application allows you to apply to multiple SUNY schools with one application. Apply via the SUNY Application

    The Coalition Application allows you to apply to over 90 schools with the assistance of an online toolkit. Apply via the Coalition Application

    Note: The application fee is $50 USD. International students are not eligible for fee waivers. 

  2. Review admission prerequisites by school

  3. Check Your Email and Activate Your Password

    Beginning in October, after we receive your application, we'll email you a Reference Number and User ID. Once you receive these, activate your account by setting your password. You must do this before you can successfully complete the rest of your application.

    Add admit@binghamton.edu to your email contact list to ensure you receive our emails. Don't forget to check your spam folder.

  4. Submit Your Transcripts

    Only official transcripts are accepted. If the transcripts are not in English, send the original transcript with the English translations. In order for transcripts to be considered official, they must be sent directly to Binghamton by a school officer:

    • By email to international@binghamton.edu (Note: must be sent from a school email domain); or
    • By mail to Binghamton University, Office of Undergraduate Admissions, P.O. BOX 6001, Binghamton, NY 13902-6001

    5. College transcripts: Official transcripts are required for each school attended and must list all courses and grades obtained.

    Secondary/high school transcript:

      • At the time of application, if you've earned more than 24 college credits after high school graduation you are not required to submit a final high school transcript as part of the admissions application. However, once enrolled, you MUST submit a final transcript or GED certificate. Failure to submit a final transcript will prevent you from registering for courses in future semesters.
      • If you've earned fewer than 24 college credits after high school graduation at the time of application, your final, official high school transcript is required. You should request your official transcript from your high school to be submitted electronically or by mail to Binghamton University's Office of Undergraduate Admissions (address above). You will also have the option to provide ACT/SAT scores.  If you wish to submit scores, have scores sent electronically from the testing service.

  5. English Proficiency

    If English is not your native language, you'll be asked to demonstrate English proficiency. Submit:

    • two complete English (non-ESL) courses at a U.S. college/university with grades of B or better; or 

    • One official test score that demonstrates proficiency. All test scores must be less than two years old. Binghamton accepts the following tests for demonstrating English proficiency: TOEFL (iBT, iBT Home Edition), IELTS, Duolingo, SAT, ACT, Cambridge English (B2 First, C1 Advanced or C2 Proficiency)

    English Proficiency Scores (mid 50%)
    TOEFL (iBT, iBT Home Edition) 80-95
    IELTS 6.5-7.0
    Duolingo  110-120
    SAT (EBRW) 530-640
    ACT (English) 21-27
    Cambridge English (B2 First, C1 Advanced, C2 Proficiency 176-185
    PTE 53-65

    Binghamton requires all students to complete an English placement exam during Orientation. This is a diagnostic exam testing students in listening, reading and writing. If results of this examination indicate the student would benefit from additional English language support, the student will be placed on an ELI (English Language Institute) Track. ELI courses can be taken along with other university courses and don't require any additional cost.

  6. Submit Financial Support Documents

    International students planning to attend with an F-1 or J-1 visa will be required to submit proof of financial support. An I-20 or DS-2019 form will not be issued until a verification of funds to cover the first year of study has been received. Students should submit the following to meet this requirement:

    • International Student Financial Statement containing the signature of any relevant sponsors.
    • Official bank statement(s) verifying adequate available funds to cover student expenses; submit English translation if necessary

    The Office of International Student and Scholar Services will issue the I-20 or DS-2019 form once a student has been admitted and has submitted financial support documents

Codes

  • SAT: 2535
  • ACT: 2956
  • TOEFL: 2535

  • IELTS: Select "Binghamton University-Undergraduate Admissions" from drop down

  • DUOLINGO: Select "Binghamton University" from drop down

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Priority Deadlines*

International Transfer Admission

Entry Term Priority Application Deadline Decision Date
Spring** November 15 Rolling
Fall March 1 Rolling

*Applications received after priority deadline will be reviewed on a space-available basis.

**Programs in the Thomas J. Watson College of Engineering and Applied Science and the Decker College of Nursing and Health Sciences only accept fall applications.

The deadline to apply for the Baccalaureate Accelerated Track (BAT) in Decker College of Nursing and Health Sciences (fall admission only) is Nov. 15, and all required application materials are due by Dec. 1.

Students will be notified of admission decisions via email. 

Contact Information

Phone: 01–607–777–2171

Email: international@binghamton.edu

WhatsApp +1-607-759-8764

WeChat: BinghamtonUniversity

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