University Preparation Program (UP)
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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. |
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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
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GRADE REQUIREMENTS FOR SUCCESSFUL COMPLETION
To successfully complete IEC UP2 and gain admission to SBU, students must get a B or higher in IEC 104 and have a cumulative GPA of 2.0 in the UP credit courses. If your final grades from both courses give you an average 2.0 GPA, you will be accepted as an undergraduate student at Stony Brook University.
Students in IEC UP1 must get a B or better in IEC 103 and also have a 2.0 GPA in their UP course, which is a grade of C in order to move up to UP2 in the consecutive semester.
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.
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 | |
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| TOEFL | 65 - 71 | 72 - 79 | 80+ |
| IELTS | 5.5 | 6.0 |
6.5+ |
| Duolingo | 90 | 100 | 105 |
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