Each of these SUNY’s listed in your list and the OP’s, some have a VERY different feel between each. You might be able to get a good idea from doing some research here,before visiting, since some are very far from you. New Paltz and Stony brook are like night and day, we have visited both, let me know if you have any questions-feel free to PM . My s is a junior and just began his search this summer.