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Ready to see what college is really like?

Spend a week (or more!) experiencing our campus. You'll try out a subject you're curious about, make new friends from far away, and get a genuine feel for college life. Whether you're already set on a major or still figuring it out, you'll leave better prepared for your next steps.

What you'll gain:
  • A real sense of what college is like — the independence, the academics, and the community
  • Hands-on experience in a subject area before committing to a major
  • Practical skills that will help you succeed freshman year
  • Connections with faculty who make their subjects come alive
  • Clarity about your path forward
  • Friends across the country who share your curiosity

 

Pre-college Summer 2026

Session dates
  • Session One: June 28 – July 3
  • Session Two: July 5 – 10
  • Session Three: July 12 – 17
  • Session Four: July 19 – 24
Now Accepting Applications!

Deadline: May 15, 2026

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Find Your Focus

Choose from 20 hands-on courses across 6 academic areas.

Student in biotechnology lab

Science & Biotechnology

  • Biotechnology
  • Cancer Biology
  • And more…
Students working on robotics project

Engineering & Robotics

  • Robotics Engineering
  • Robotics with AI
  • And more…
Student in health professions course

Health Professions

  • Dental Sciences
  • Health Career Exploration
Student solving mathematics problems

Mathematics

  • Creative Problem Solving
  • Exploring Mathematics
  • And more…
Student giving a presentation at a lectern

Communications & Law

  • Pre-Law
  • Science Communication
  • And more…
Students learning about environmental science through a hands-on gardening project

Environmental Sciences

  • Environmental Science in the Worm Lab
  • Protecting Our Planet
  • Sustainability in Action

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Choose Your Experience

Whether you stay in the residence halls or commute from home, you'll get the same courses, build the same skills, and make lasting connections.

Residential

  • On-campus housing
  • All meals included
  • Evening programming
  • Optional weekend stays

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Commuter

  • Two schedule options: 8am–4pm or 8am–6pm
  • Add dinner (6pm option)
  • Add college readiness workshops (6pm option)
  • Return home each evening

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Wolfie, Stony Brook’s Seawolf mascot

Scholarship Opportunity for Future Seawolves!

If you attend the SBU Pre-College Summer Program and subsequently apply, get accepted, and enroll at Stony Brook University, you will be eligible for one of two scholarships:

  • New York State residents will receive a $1,000 scholarship over 4 years ($250 per year)
  • Out-of-state residents will receive a $2,000 scholarship over 4 years ($500 per year)

Ready to take the next step?

Join us for SBU Pre-College Summer!

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