Stony Brook University essay prompts
2025-26verified Stony Brook University admissions
These are the most recent published prompts. Final 2026-27 supplements typically land by early August. These are the most recent prompts Kolly has verified for this school. Schools typically publish final 2026-27 supplements by early August; check the official source below before submitting.
Personal Essay
An essay on the topic of your choice is required and can be submitted with your application or uploaded to your StartSBU Portal.
No limit listed · Required
Scholars for Medicine / Dental Medicine
What aspects about medicine/dental medicine intrigue you? Describe how these aspects influence your life.
650 words max · Required
Honors Program Fit
Why you believe you will be a good fit for your preferred honors program.
250 words max · Required
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Common questions
- What are the Stony Brook University essay prompts for 2025-26?
- Stony Brook University lists Personal Essay (1 prompt); Scholars for Medicine / Dental Medicine (1 prompt); Honors Program Fit (1 prompt) for 2025-26.
- How many essays does Stony Brook University require?
- Stony Brook University requires 3 essays based on the published group instructions for 2025-26. The page lists 3 required and 0 optional prompts.
- What are the word limits for the Stony Brook University supplemental essays?
- The published word and character limits are 650 words max, 250 words max.