We've Got an Office Just for You!
The Office of Commuter Student Services offers valuable services, programs, advocacy, and outreach on behalf of commuter students. And, in collaboration with various campus constituencies, the Office of Commuter Student Services actively aids and encourages commuter students to become full participants in campus life. The Office of Commuter Student Services is located in Suite 222 of the Student Activities Center.
Long Island Rail Road
A Long Island Railroad Station right on campus puts Stony Brook within easy reach from New York City and other points on Long Island.
Take the Long Island Railroad's Port Jefferson line from Penn Station in Manhattan to Stony Brook. The LIRR station is at the north end of the campus; bus service to the central campus is provided. Trains to and from Penn Station generally require transfers at Jamaica or Huntington. Hicksville is also a transfer point on some lines. Click here for a Stony Brook train schedule.
We'll Give You Door-to-Door Service
Parking for commuters is abundant and easily accessible, with free bus service to all buildings on campus. Bus service operates from 7:30 a.m. through 10:30 p.m. throughout the entire campus.
To park on campus, you need to get a parking permit for your vehicle. All commuters are eligible to obtain parking permits. To apply for a commuter parking permit or get information about parking on campus, LIRR and Suffolk Bus schedules, and much more, visit www.parking.sunysb.edu or call (631) 632-AUTO.
We Offer Motorist Assistance!
As a commuter, you’ll find it reassuring to know that, if you experience a problem with your car, help is just a phone call away. Parking Services offers motorist assistance for common problems such as battery jumps, locked-in keys, empty gas tanks, and slow leaks. For assistance, please call University Police at 631-632-3333.
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Jobs for Commuters!
An on-campus job is so convenient! And, by working on-campus, you can obtain flexible hours and valuable work experience. You’ll also build relationships that promise to last well beyond your college years. The Faculty Student Association (FSA) is one of the largest employers of students on campus. Student employees have the opportunity to attend job training workshops, experience job-rotation, and be mentored by professional managers.
We'll Help You Find A Place To Live!
Our Off-Campus Housing Service (OCH) not only maintains an up-to-date database detailing available local housing, but its friendly staff will provide a personalized computer search of available housing to meet individual requirements. Their staff is very knowledgeable and can provide advice on the selection of housing, commuting distances, and most any aspect of local area housing. The Off-Campus Housing Service maintains a Website that includes housing listings, roommate referrals, a manual for tenants with lots of valuable information, and more. You may also call the Off-Campus Housing Service at (631) 632-6770.