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University Preparation Program (UP)

Jumpstart your studies by taking academic English and credit courses!

International students with excellent academic backgrounds can be conditionally admitted to Stony Brook University's UP Program. Upon successful completion of the UP program, you will matriculate at Stony Brook University.

Step UP

BENEFITS

Degree Progress
Earn credits while enhancing English language skills

Supportive Learning Environment
Benefit from group study halls and chat sessions to improve your English skills

Smooth Academic Transition
Adjust to campus life, learn about SBU resources, and master course technologies before matriculation

Time & Cost Savings
Fast-track your educational goals by starting in summer

timeline

Summer TimelineFall Timeline

SAMPLE SCHEDULE

Click on the links below for examples of a weekly class schedule for an UP 1 or UP 2 student. Please note that undergraduate classes can be scheduled before or after IEC core classes.

Sample UP 1 Weekly Schedule

Sample UP 2 Weekly Schedule

admission requirements

Academic Requirements
You must meet all of Stony Brook University's academic admission requirements.

Language Requirements
Your UP level will be determined based on your submitted English Proficiency Test score:

  UP1 UP2 Direct Admission
TOEFL 65 - 71 72 - 79 80+
IELTS 5.5 6.0
6.5+
Duolingo 90 100 105

explore your options

Pick your start date to learn more!

Summer Session Start

Fall/Spring Semester Start