There are a wide variety of state, county, and city parks for recreational activities. During the winter months, there is usually sufficient snow for cross country skiing locally. Approximately 2,500 graduate students are currently enrolled at Binghamton University. Although there is housing available on campus, the affordability and availability of off-campus housing, coupled with free bus service, provide strong incentives for graduate students to find housing in the surrounding area. The OCC also serves as a resource for students wishing to live off campus.
Many graduate students relocate to the Binghamton area along with their families.
The Binghamton community has a wide variety of social activities, schools, shopping and services. In addition, t he Binghamton region is currently experiencing a period of moderate economic growth and development.