Commuter Experience

Experience the best of Pre-College Summer while enjoying the flexibility of heading home each day.

As a commuting participant, you'll engage in hands-on courses, explore campus spaces, and connect with peers during shared meals. You'll experience the dynamic energy of our campus without the overnight stay, offering a meaningful way to engage in college life while diving into a topic you're passionate about.

Check out our Sample Schedule below to envision how you'll spend your days as a Pre-College Summer participant!

What's Included

• Daily programming from 8:00 am to 6:00 pm
• Breakfast, lunch and dinner in campus dining facilities
• Hands-on courses taught by Stony Brook’s award-winning instructors (22.5 hours per week)
• College readiness workshops to build essential skills for your academic future
• Access to campus facilities, including libraries, recreation areas, and student spaces
  
  

Important information for commuter participants

• Drop-off and pick-up: Drop-off is at 8 am and pick-up is at 6 pm. A parent or guardian must complete daily drop-off and pick-up. Participants may not drive themselves or park on campus.
• Meals: Breakfast, lunch and dinner are required parts of the program and are included for all commuters.
• Welcome Lunch: All participants are invited to attend the optional Welcome Lunch on Sunday from 12 noon to 2 pm (tentatively scheduled).
• Attendance: Consistent, on-time attendance is important in order to fully benefit from the experience.