Stony Brook is the #1 Public University in New York and #24 in the nation! The 2027 USNews Report Best Colleges Rankings place Stony Brook at #24 among public universities nationally, putting us in the top 25 for the first time ever. Stony Brook also ranks #59 among national universities and #13 nationally for social mobility. For the fifth consecutive year, Stony Brook is the #1 public university in New York. SUNY We’re proud to see our academic excellence, student success and impact recognized once again. Link in bio to read more.