SUNY's flagship research university on Long Island, advancing discovery and student success across 300+ fields.
Stony Brook offers over 300 fields of study across undergraduate, graduate, and professional programs. The university is classified as an R1 Doctoral University with very high research activity and is a member of the Association of American Universities. Strong programs span engineering, sciences, health professions, and liberal arts. The institution emphasizes both rigorous research and undergraduate education, with notable achievements including faculty contributions to MRI development and multiple Nobel Prize recipients.
Stony Brook manages Brookhaven National Laboratory in partnership with Battelle Memorial Institute and operates a Research & Development Park adjacent to campus. The university has generated over 2,700 inventions by faculty and maintains extensive research centers including the Simons Center for Geometry and Physics. Recent major philanthropic support includes a $500 million unrestricted gift from the Simons Foundation (2023) and a $700 million climate change research hub partnership on Governors Island opening in 2028.
The main campus spans 1,454 acres with distinct West, South, and East sections. Facilities include the Frank Melville Jr. Memorial Library, Staller Center for the Arts, Charles B. Wang Center for Asian and American culture, and modern recreation centers. Additional campuses operate in Manhattan, Southampton, and Songdo, South Korea. Students enjoy NCAA Division I athletics (Seawolves, CAA), vibrant arts programming, and extensive residential and dining options.
Stony Brook accepts applications for first-year, transfer, international, second-degree, and readmission pathways. The Fall 2026 Regular Decision deadline is February 1, 2026. The university offers accelerated/combined degrees, honors programs, and pre-professional tracks. As one of America's most affordable flagship institutions, Stony Brook emphasizes accessibility and financial aid support for qualified students.