Programs & Schools at Binghamton University

Seven schools, very different experiences. Confirm current majors, requirements and rankings at binghamton.edu — programs evolve every year.

Harpur College of Arts and Sciences

The largest and oldest school — liberal arts and sciences from economics and political science to biology, psychology, English and mathematics. Most Binghamton undergraduates start here, and undecided students are a feature, not a bug.

Best for: Students who want breadth, research access and graduate-school preparation.

Thomas J. Watson College of Engineering and Applied Science

ABET-accredited engineering (biomedical, computer, electrical, industrial/systems, mechanical) plus computer science. Competitive admission, heavy math, strong employer recruiting.

Best for: Future engineers and computer scientists ready for a rigorous, quantitative program.

School of Management (SOM)

One of the most selective and career-focused parts of the university — accounting and finance feed major firms, with the PwC Scholars and EY Leaders programs among its signatures. Internal transfer is competitive; plan early.

Best for: Business students targeting accounting, finance, consulting and marketing careers.

Decker College of Nursing and Health Sciences

Based at the Health Sciences Campus in Johnson City near UHS Wilson. Nursing (highly competitive), plus public health and health/wellness programs growing with the region's healthcare economy.

Best for: Future nurses and health professionals who want clinical access next door.

College of Community and Public Affairs (CCPA)

Human development, social work and public administration — community-engaged, smaller, and located with a downtown presence.

Best for: Students headed for social services, nonprofits, policy and community work.

Graduate School of Education

Graduate programs for teachers and education leaders, serving schools across the Southern Tier and beyond.

Best for: Practicing and aspiring educators pursuing master's and doctoral study.

School of Pharmacy and Pharmaceutical Sciences

A newer school at the Johnson City Health Sciences Campus offering the PharmD, anchoring Binghamton's health-sciences growth alongside Decker.

Best for: Future pharmacists; a major reason Johnson City housing demand keeps rising.

The SUNY Broome pathway: SUNY Broome offers associate degrees designed to transfer — including business, liberal arts, health sciences and engineering science — at a fraction of first-year cost. Transfer success depends on choosing courses against your target Binghamton program's requirements from day one. Meet both schools' advisors early, in writing.

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