Stony Brook University, State University of New York

Stony Brook University is one of America’s most dynamic public universities. A member of the invitation-only Association of American Universities, Stony Brook is one of the 71 top research institutions in North America. Our 3,000-plus faculty are leaders in significant national and worldwide projects. Stony Brook is home to over 26,000 high-achieving students from nearly all 50 states and more than 100 countries. The university offers more than 200 undergraduate programs. 

Stony Brook has a campus in Southampton, affiliated locations in Manhattan and a partnership with the State University of New York in Korea. 

The university is divided into 12 schools and colleges: 

The College of Arts and Sciences offers degree programs in fine arts and humanities, in biological and physical sciences, in mathematics and in social and behavioral sciences. 

The College of Business provides comprehensive education and research for the business, public and nonprofit sectors.

The School of Communication and Journalism offers graduate and undergraduate programs in communication, science communication and journalism that emphasize ethical, engaging and inclusive research and storytelling across media platforms. 

The School of Dental Medicine is renowned for implementing cutting-edge technology in its educational programs and in the delivery of oral healthcare services. It offers DDS degree, PhD and postgraduate specialty training. 

The College of Engineering and Applied Sciences offers nine ABET-accredited programs and provides students with opportunities to find work in the industry or proceed to graduate study in a variety of areas. 

The Graduate School offers advanced degree programs in many fields leading to master’s and doctoral degrees. 

The School of Health Professions offers baccalaureate, master’s and doctoral degrees in both clinical and nonclinical areas. It also offers noncredit certificate programs in EMT/paramedic, medical dosimetry, phlebotomy, radiation therapy and radiologic technology. 

The School of Marine and Atmospheric Sciences is a leader in marine, atmospheric and sustainability research; education; public service; and is SUNY’s designated center for the marine sciences. 

The School of Professional Development offers graduate programs in education and human resource management and is the home of Stony Brook’s teacher certification programs. 

The Renaissance School of Medicine consists of eight basic science and 17 clinical departments providing preclinical and clinical education of medical students including graduate, postgraduate and continuing education. 

The School of Nursing offers degree programs leading to the Bachelor of Science, Master of Science, Doctor of Nursing Practice (DNP) and the PhD in Nursing. 

The School of Social Welfare offers a full-time, upper-division undergraduate BSW program providing preparation for entry-level social work positions. An MSW program prepares graduates for advanced generalist social work practice. A dual-degree program in social work and law with Touro Law Center is available. 

Research and development: Nearby Brookhaven National Laboratory, which Stony Brook has the responsibility of co-managing, offers students opportunities to work with scientists making discoveries in physics, photon sciences and nanomaterials, climate change and other critical areas. 

Our Center of Excellence in Wireless and Information Technology and two state-designated Centers for Advanced Technology —in diagnostic tools and sensor systems and in biotechnology – facilitate partnerships between New York State industry and university research. Our Advanced Energy Research and Technology Center is a partnership of academic institutions, research institutions, energy providers and industrial corporations focusing on innovative energy research, education and technology deployment.

Economic impact: The entrepreneurial energy and economic strength of the university bring a combined benefit of $8.93 billion to the economy of Long Island. Through its high-technology incubators, the university has promoted the launch of more than 270 companies since 2016. The university is the largest single-site employer on Long Island, with more than 16,000 full- and part-time employees.

Arts and athletics: Stony Brook’s Staller Center for the Arts offers a rich program of theater, dance, classical music and popular entertainment throughout the year. Each summer, the Stony Brook Film Festival brings leading and emerging independent filmmakers and fans to campus.

Stony Brook’s Department of Athletics sponsors 18 Division I varsity intercollegiate athletics programs that compete at the NCAA Division I level and is a member of the Coastal Athletic Association. World-class facilities include the 12,300-seat Kenneth P. LaValle Stadium and a sports complex housing the 4,000-seat Stony Brook Arena.