Your Future Starts at New York’s #1 Public University

 

As New York's flagship and #1 public university, Stony Brook University doesn't just meet the standard. We set it. An academic, health, humanities and research powerhouse, Stony Brook is a university of academic excellence, opportunity and a change agent for the betterment of society, driven by Tier 1 (R1) research and 900+ faculty patents.

 

A Legacy of Discovery

95% Placement Rate

Of recent bachelor's degree recipients who are employed or enrolled in graduate/professional school within a year of graduation.

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98% Receive Aid

First-time students who receive aid that covers a majority of in-state tuition, delivering a top-ranked education without the price tag.

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900+ Faculty Patents

Tier 1 (R1) research happening right here in New York, raising the bar for the region.

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200+ Academic Programs

Comprehensive undergraduate, graduate and professional opportunities across 12 schools and colleges.

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This Could Be YOU!

See how the Stony Brook community unites to be something more in this world – starting with you.

 

 


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3,800+ full-time, first-year students 18,000 undergraduates 19 : 1 student to faculty ratio 100+ countries — AND — nearly all 50 states 60 miles from New York City 4 miles from the beach NEW YORK New York City STONY BROOK UNIVERSITY 500+ clubs and organizations 10+ dining locations 8 residential communities 18 NCAA Division 1 athletic teams 3,700+ full-time, first-year students 18,000 undergraduates 19 : 1 student to faculty ratio 100+ countries — AND — nearly all 50 states 60 miles from New York City 4 miles from the beach NEW YORK New York City STONY BROOK UNIVERSITY 350+ clubs and organizations 10+ dining locations 8 residential communities 18 NCAA Division 1 athletic teams


From Manhattan to Montauk

New York City skyline

Just 60 miles from the city, Stony Brook connects students to Tier 1 (R1) research and internships that turn learning into a career. An on-campus LIRR station provides direct access to Manhattan.

Marine Sciences Center on the water with an SBU boat docked in front

Nestled four miles from the beach, Stony Brook University’s main campus offers prime coastal access, along with marine sciences field stations located further east in the heart of the Hamptons.

Academic Excellence with Exceptional ROI

World-class doesn't mean out of reach – 98% of first-time students receive aid that covers a majority of in-state tuition, delivering an exceptional return on investment with a 95% post-graduation career and graduate school placement rate.

200+

programs to choose from. World-class faculty.

R1 Power

Driven by Tier 1 (R1) research power and Fields, Nobel and Pulitzer-winning faculty, Stony Brook opens doors most universities can't – at a public-university cost.

80+

accelerated degree programs allow students to earn a Bachelor’s and Master’s degree in just five years.

 

Learn While Doing

From Manhattan internships to undergraduate research, go all in with 2,300+ experiential learning opportunities across 200+ programs at SBU.

 

See Research in Action

Seawolves Driving Discovery: Student Research

See how undergraduates collaborate directly with PIs on cutting-edge lab work from day one.

Shinnecock Bay Hope Spot Designation

Experience how our marine science students apply real-world solutions to local environmental challenges.

 

Make Friends and Have Fun!

From the iconic Roth Regatta to 500+ student clubs and 18 NCAA Division I athletic teams, our campus community fosters lifelong connections.

See how our campus community connects, collaborates and celebrates traditions outside the classroom.

  • Roth Regatta is an annual spring tradition where students race homemade boats made only of cardboard, duct tape and paint across Roth Pond. How far will you and your friends get?
  • Experience Wolfieland, an annual on-campus carnival featuring rides, games and food trucks.

  • Enjoy major annual traditions like Brookfest, an on-campus concert hosting popular artists and performers, like Zara Larsson, Flo Rida, Fetty Wap, Tinashe and A Boogie Wit da Hoodie.

  • Catch the Stony Brook Film Festival, a 10-day event showcasing emerging independent filmmakers, alongside a vibrant lineup of cultural performances and art exhibits like the Charles B. Wang Center's seasonal showcases.

Experience the energy and spirit of our athletics.

  • Kick off the season with Wolfstock homecoming celebrations, featuring an exciting football game at Kenneth P. LaValle Stadium, a campuswide festival, a spirited tailgate and a week of events.
  • Cheer on the Seawolves across 18 Division I sports, including men's and women's basketball at Stony Brook Arena with the student "Red Zone" section, alongside nationally ranked women's lacrosse and baseball teams.

 

Global Education & Study Away

Expand your worldview and gain a competitive edge by studying across the globe.

 

Why Global Education Matters

Learn how international experiences transform student perspectives and shape professional futures.

 

 

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