Stony Brook University

Stony Brook University is a public four-year institution in Stony Brook, New York, located in a large suburban setting on Long Island. The university enrolls 32,674 students (IPEDS 2023) and offers an extensive range of healthcare and allied health programs. Available programs include Registered Nursing, Physician Associate, Respiratory Care Therapy, Athletic Training, Nurse Midwifery, and multiple nursing specializations across associate and bachelor's degree levels.

Stony Brook reports a completion rate of 78% and a retention rate of 89% (IPEDS 2023), with an overall quality score of 68.67/100. As a major public research university, Stony Brook provides students access to clinical training facilities and healthcare partnerships that complement classroom instruction across its 11 listed health-related programs.

Prospective students interested in healthcare careers on Long Island will find numerous pathways at Stony Brook, from entry-level associate degrees in nursing and respiratory care to bachelor's-level programs in specialized nursing fields, physician associate studies, and health administration.