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The Stony Brook interview
No admissions interview. Here is how it works and how to prepare.
No admissions interview
No interviews offered for undergraduate admissions.
How to prepare for Stony Brook
- Focus your application energy on strong essays and a compelling academic record , Stony Brook is a research university that values academic achievement and intellectual curiosity.
- Demonstrate interest through campus visits, attending information sessions, or connecting with current students, since there is no interview to show enthusiasm directly.
- If applying to specialized programs (e.g., Scholars for Medicine or Scholars for Dental Medicine), check those program pages separately as some have their own distinct requirements.
- Highlight research experience or STEM accomplishments in your application materials, as Stony Brook has a strong research identity (it is a top-tier R1 institution and an AAU member).
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