Stony Brook University Pre-College Summer: Cancer Biology
Overview
A hands-on laboratory program for rising juniors and seniors studying cancer biology at the cellular and molecular levels. Students grow and treat cancer cells in vitro, prepare plant-based extracts, and use advanced microscopy and luminometry techniques to explore cancer-fighting properties and cellular changes.
At a glance
Deadline
Jun 1202 days
Sessions
Jun–Jul1 wk sessions
Formats
Commuter / Residential
Location
Stony Brook, NY
Cost
$1,500–$2,999from $1,000
Entering grades
11th, 12th
Application requirements
Academic Transcript or Grade Report
Required
Reference Contact Information
Required only if GPA below 3.0
Essay
500-word essay on college preparation and how Pre-College Summer helps
Age
15–17 years old
Residency
US residents only
Academic Standing
Good academic standing required
Cost & sessions
Commuter Option B (Core Day, 8AM–4PM): $1,000/week includes breakfast and lunch. Commuter Option A (Extended Day, 8AM–6PM): $1,250/week includes breakfast, lunch, dinner, and college readiness programming. Residential: $2,375 for 1 week (includes housing, three meals daily, evening programming, all course materials). $500 nonrefundable deposit due within 2 weeks of acceptance. Free & Reduced Lunch Program discount: $250 off. Previous SBU Pre-College participant discount: $100 off. Discounts are stackable.
Financial aid
Need-based financial assistance may be available and is considered during admission. Free & Reduced Lunch Program discount ($250 off) and previous SBU Pre-College participant discount ($100 off) are stackable.
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