Step UP in Summer

Accelerate your studies by starting in summer!
The 6-week summer session offers the quickest path to fulfilling your English language requirements and starting Undergraduate Studies at Stony Brook University.

Students starting the University Preparation (UP) program during summer will be part of the Global Summer Institute (GSI).  Learn more at www.stonybrook.edu/gsi.

• UP 1

  
  UP 1

  SAMPLE timeline

  Students starting UP1 in Summer can expect to complete UP2 in the Fall and matriculate to Undergraduate studies in the Spring semester.

  

  COURSE SCHEDULE

  Monday	Tuesday	Wednesday	Thursday	Friday
  Monday IEC 103 9:00am-12:00pm	Tuesday IEC 103 9:00am-12:00pm	Wednesday IEC 103 9:00am-12:00pm	Thursday IEC 103 9:00am-12:00pm	Friday CHAT ROOM 10:00am-12:00pm
  Monday Enrichment Class  1:00-2:30pm	Tuesday Enrichment Class  1:00-2:30pm	Wednesday Enrichment Class  1:00-2:30pm	Thursday Enrichment Class  1:00-2:30pm	Friday

  COURSE COMPONENTS

  IEC 103

  IEC 103 - Integrated Academic English
  Core IEC courses focusing on reading, writing, listening, and speaking skills.

  Enrichment Classes
  Follow the IEC 103 class schedule of the Intensive English program.

  Chat Room
  Sign up for individual or small group meetings with peer mentors for conversation practice.  You will be introduced to extra-curricular activities such as clubs, recreation, sports, and other events that enhance college life.

  completion requirements

  Achieve a B or better in IEC 103 to advance to UP2 in the Fall Semester.

• UP 2

  
  UP 2

  SAMPLE timeline

  Students starting UP2 in Summer can expect to matriculate to Undergraduate studies in the Fall semester.

  

  SAMPLE COURSE SCHEDULE

  Monday	Tuesday	Wednesday	Thursday	Friday
  Monday IEC 104 9:00am-12:00pm	Tuesday IEC 104 9:00am-12:00pm	Wednesday IEC 104 9:00am-12:00pm	Thursday IEC 104 9:00am-12:00pm	Friday CHAT ROOM 10:00am-12:00pm
  MondayCredit Course or Study Hall	TuesdayCredit Course or Study Hall	WednesdayCredit Course or Study Hall	ThursdayCredit Course or Study Hall	Friday

  COURSE COMPONENTS

  IEC 104 + University Course (3 credits)

  IEC 104 - Integrated Academic English
  Core IEC courses focusing on reading, writing, listening, and speaking skills.

  University Credit Course
  Enroll in one 3-credit cours based on availability and placement. Please click on the link below for Summer 2024 approved courses.  *Course are subject to availability and change.

  Prepare 4 Success @ SBU
  Learn about the Stony Brook Curriculum (SBC), graduation requirements, course descriptions, prerequisites, majors and minors, and academic standing.  You will also learn about different support areas on campus, such as tutoring centers and academic advising.

  Study Hall
  Participate in weekly meetings led by instructors or teaching assistants who will guide you to successfully complete your courses.

  Chat Room
  Sign up for individual or small group meetings with peer mentors for conversation practice.  You will be introduced to extra-curricular activities such as clubs, recreation, sports, and other events that enhance college life.

  completion requirements

  Achieve a B or better in IEC 104 and a 2.0 GPA or better in your credit course to matriculate to Undergraduate Studies in the Fall Semester.