COSTS AND AID
Affordable Excellence.
As the State University of New York (SUNY) flagship, Stony Brook's tuition rate is among the most affordable of all top-tier universities in the nation. SUNY tuition and fees are nearly 15% lower than the national average for public universities and 50% lower than private institutions.
Cost of Attendance
Tuition and fees as of Fall 2025
New York Residents
- Part-time, fully online students who are New York State residents pay $1,874* for a three-credit graduate course. For those in the accelerated 5-course/15-credit program, the total cost is approximately $9,350. Those who are in the complete 12-course/36-credit program should expect to pay $22,488.
Non-New York Residents
- Out-of-state fully online students pay $2,157 for a three-credit graduate course. Restrictions apply. Please refer to the Student Financial Services website for details.
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The Small Print
*Tuition rates are set by the State University of New York Board of Trustees and are
subject to change without notice.
Prospective students are encouraged to visit the Student Financial Services website for complete details:
- View per-credit rate tables on the Student Financial Services website
- View details for out-of-state students enrolled in a fully online program
The cost of books and other learning materials is not included in the totals listed above.
Paying For Your Certificate
Part-time students pay for their tuition and learning materials through loans (federal and private), veteran’s programs, scholarships, and time-option payment plans offered through the University. Here are some options for you to explore.
Resources
Office of Financial Aid and Scholarships
Student Financial Services (Bursar)
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