Special Programs and Areas of Interest

 


collegesUndergraduate Colleges
Stony Brook University's Undergraduate Colleges are transforming the way in which undergraduate students experience University life. Every first-year student enters Stony Brook as a member of one of six undergraduate colleges organized around themes of general interest to students. The Colleges are designed to support and develop the interests of students and assist them in taking advantage of the vast resources Stony Brook has to offer. Learn more about Undergraduate Colleges.

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centersLiving Learning Centers
Living Learning Centers integrate the student’s residence hall experience with academic concerns and enrich both aspects of the college education. Each LLC also leads to an academic minor, in which students take courses with others living in the same residence hall. Residence hall events are also geared to the theme of the LLC. These are typically upper-class programs. Learn more about Living Learning Centers.

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prelawPre-Law Studies
Stony Brook's Pre-Law Advising Program allows students interested in a career in law to consult with experienced Pre-Law Advisors to discuss coursework, law school application strategies, financing law school, and preparing for the LSAT. Learn more by reading our Pre-Law Studies Brochure or by visiting our Pre-Law Studies Website.

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premedPre-Med Studies
Stony Brook is an excellent place to prepare for a future in medicine. Our Pre-Med Advising Program allows students majoring in many different disciplines to work closely with Academic Advisors about the best courses to take in preparation for a future in medicine. Learn more by reading our Pre-Medical Studies Brochure, and visit our Pre-Health Advising Website.

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sciencesSciences
Whether your interests lie in the physical sciences, health sciences, planetary studies, engineering sciences, environmental studies, life sciences, or a host of other areas, you can explore them at Stony Brook University. We have the equipment, the opportunities, and most important of all—the people to help you make it happen. Read more about the Sciences at Stony Brook.

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somasSchool of Marine and Atmospheric Sciences
Stony Brook University’s School of Marine and Atmospheric Sciences is world renowned for research, education, and public service in the marine and atmospheric sciences. The only such center in the State University of New York system, its mission is to increase understanding of the oceans and atmosphere and how the two interact, and to apply that knowledge to resolving societal and environmental issues. Read more about our School of Marine and Atmospheric Sciences.

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hscHealth Sciences Programs
Tapping into the formidable resources of a major hospital and medical research center, Stony Brook offers exceptional health sciences studies, including special advisors, organizations, internships, and activities designed for students with an interest in the Health Sciences fields. Learn more about our Undergraduate Health Sciences Degree Programs in our brochure.

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teacherTeacher Education
Stony Brook’s university-wide approach to teacher education provides our graduates with the intellectual rigor of an academic major, as well as a valuable professional credential that qualifies them to teach in New York and many other states. Our goal is to develop professional educators who can make a difference by helping young people become active learners. Read more about our Teacher Education Program.

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study abroadStudy Abroad
As a Stony Brook student, you will have the option to enrich your education and actively learn about other cultures by pursuing your academic interests in an overseas location, while still earning credits toward your bachelor’s degree at Stony Brook. Study Abroad programs cover an array of disciplines, ranging from the humanities to the social sciences, and beyond. Learn more about our Study Abroad Program.

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urecaURECA
Stony Brook University was one of the first research universities in the country to establish an office for the purpose of promoting undergraduate research and creative activity. Through URECA, Stony Brook undergraduates are introduced to the world of research. Learn more about Stony Brook's research opportunities.

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Internships
internshipsInternships allow students to test career intentions; to improve intellectual skills in writing, quantitative analysis, research, and administration; to increase understanding of social, political, and economic forces; and to acquire work experience useful for seeking employment or entrance into professional schools. Internships can be done during the academic semester and/or summer. There are several varieties of internships: some are paid, some are not and some offer credit towards graduation. Learn more by visiting our Career Center website.

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