Stony Brook University is a top-ranked public research university in New York's SUNY system, located on Long Island. Its partnership with Brookhaven National Laboratory, strong STEM programs, and excellent pre-med pipeline have established it as one of the leading public research institutions in the Northeast.
Mascot: Seawolf
Notable Alumni
John Hennessy (Stanford president, Turing Award)•Joy Behar (co-host of The View)•Jon Oringer (founder of Shutterstock)
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Stony Brook University Police provide 24/7 coverage with electronic dorm access. Most reported incidents involve disciplinary actions, and the campus crime rate is below state and national averages.
Stony Brook is a quiet Long Island suburb consistently rated among the best places to live in New York. Very low crime rates and a family-oriented character.
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