Explore your academic passions in our summer program for talented high school students.
Jumpstart your future at Stony Brook's Pre-College Summer Program. Dive into college-level courses taught by award-winning faculty, gain essential academic skills, and connect with ambitious peers who are just as passionate about learning as you are.
Choose Your Experience:
- Residential Option: Live on campus, choose from 20 courses, and take college readiness workshops. Evening social activities round out the complete college experience.
- NEW! Commuter Option: Join us from 8:30 am to 5:30 pm daily. Choose from 15 courses, participate in college readiness programming, and socialize during mealtimes. Perfect for local students who want the academic benefits without the overnight stay.
What will YOU discover this summer?
In the Pre-College Summer Program, you can:
- Challenge yourself with stimulating courses in fields that spark your interest
- Build college-readiness skills through hands-on preparation workshops
- Connect with Stony Brook's renowned faculty
- Access state-of-the-art facilities, libraries, and student resources
- Create a network of motivated students with similar academic ambitions
2025 Pre-College SummerOne-week Sessions:
Program Cost:
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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)
Summer 2025 Courses
Aerial Robotics
Biotechnology
Cancer Biology
Communicating Science
Computational Linguistics
CAD and Additive Manufacturing
Creative Writing
Dental Sciences
Engineer Xperience
Engineering Problem-Solving with AI
Environmental Science in the Worm Lab
Finding Your Passion in Health Professions
Introduction to Engineering Design
Machine Learning and Self-Driving
Micro Filmmaking
Pre-Law
Robotics Engineering
Sustainability in Action
TV Studio & Video Production
Understanding Public Health
