Nisky1 and dcalb1, well we disagree on many points. Those coming to this thread to get only positive information and one perspective may be dissappointed to see my posts. Those wanting asmuch information as possible to make an informed decision may like seeing my posts.
Suggesting students at flagships are similar to Binghamton students misses the point. When I suggest you spend time at MichiganI am not suggesting you interview students. I’m talking about what the school offers to the students, the resources available to students. I am talking about innovative top notch academic buildings and labs available for classes not just individual researchers. I am talking about top rated college towns. There is a reason those other schools attract students from NY and other states while the SUNY system does not. Each flagship is not superior to Binghamton on every dimension. In general, Binghamton does not compare favorably on most dimensions compared to most flagships This is something SUNY has discussed for a long time, not my idea! SUNY is less expensive for OOS and for instate than most of the flagships. That is a definite advantage. But it is disingenuous to say that places like MIchigan don’t offer an experience that is not matched by Binghamton.
Right dcalb1, the economics favor Binghamton. Binghamton was designed to provide an education to students who otherwise could not afford college. You may not like that but it is not a controversal statement. You can argue that things have changed since the SUNY system was developed but don’t suggest that cost of private schools was not the rationale for the system.
Quotes about student credentials don’t pass as data. What are the scores?