Stony Brook University has adopted a test-optional admissions policy for first year students. We will assess options to continue utilizing test optional policies for future semesters at a later time, in coordination with SUNY.
Test-optional means that the decision is yours whether to submit SAT/ACT scores with
your application. If you believe test scores add value to your application then you
can submit them. You can choose not to submit them if you would like us to focus with
more scrutiny on your high school record and other supporting documents.
You will have the option of letting us know if you would like your scores considered when you fill out your application. By selecting “No” to the question on your application asking if you want to have your test scores considered, your SAT/ACT scores will not be used during your admissions evaluation and decision.
While test scores are not required, it may be helpful to have test scores when students prepare to register for classes and may exempt students from taking some placement exams.
If you feel that your test scores accurately reflect your abilities and support your application, you may decide to submit your scores. The profile below represents the middle 50% of the entering class for Fall 2022*.
Not at this time, but it is required for our Scholars for Medicine and Scholars for Dental Medicine honors programs.
No, we are committed to the equitable treatment of first-year applicants with and without test scores for entry to all lower-division undergraduate majors.
Students cannot change their mind after the application has been submitted. Whatever you indicate on your application will be final.
Test scores will not be required for Honors College, WISE, or University Scholars.
SAT or ACT scores IS required for Scholars for Medicine and Scholars for Dental Medicine.
Yes.
International students are required to submit standardized test scores as proof of English proficiency. Submit your English Proficiency via an official score report for the TOEFL, Duolingo, SAT, ACT, IELTS, AP, IB, A levels or PTE Academic. Review our criteria for international students here.
Applicants from native English-speaking countries may be exempt from submitting an
English proficiency test score. If you have attended a high school in the United States
for 3 years, you may be exempt as well.
Transfer students who have not completed a college-level writing course at a US college
(or have received a grade below a C in the course) are also required to submit scores
from one of these exams.
The test-optional policy is in place. Test-optional means that the decision is yours whether to submit SAT/ACT scores with your application. If you believe test scores add value to your application then you can submit them. You can choose not to submit them if you would like us to focus with more scrutiny on your high school record and other supporting documents.