Students enrolled in the BS in Health Science program at Stony Brook University may be considered for early review and admission to the Doctor of Physical Therapy (DPT) program.
To qualify for early review, you must meet the following criteria by November 1:
Major: Declared Health Science
Coursework: Completion of HAY 313: Introduction to Physical Therapy
Academic Requirements: Meet all general admission requirements for the DPT program
Prerequisites: May be in progress, but must be completed before the program begins
Advising Meeting: Schedule and attend a meeting with the DPT Program Director or a program representative
Why Choose Stony Brook’s DPT Program?
Established Excellence: 50+ years of program history and a network of nearly 2,000 alumni
Extensive Clinical Training: Complete four full-time clinical internships (35 weeks total) in both inpatient and outpatient settings
Strong Career Outcomes: Graduate with a Doctor of Physical Therapy (DPT) and be eligible to sit for the National Physical Therapy Exam (NPTE)
Integrated Health System Experience: Train within Stony Brook Medicine, with access to expert faculty and resources across two Long Island campuses
Students enrolled in the BS in Health Science program at Stony Brook University may be considered for early admission to the MS in Applied Health Informatics (MS/AHI) program through an expedited application and review process during their senior year.
To qualify, you must meet the following criteria:
Academic Standing: In good academic standing
GPA: Minimum cumulative GPA of 3.2 or higher
Concentration: Enrolled in the Health Care Informatics concentration within the BS Health Science program
Eligible applicants must complete the following:
Online Application: Submit an application through Slate by the published deadline for the application cycle
Letter of Recommendation: One letter from the BSHS Department Chair or a Health Science academic advisor
Transcript: Provide a current, up-to-date transcript
Why Choose Stony Brook’s DPT Program?
Flexible & Comprehensive: Complete 48 credits online (synchronous), with full-time (15 months) or part-time (as little as 27 months) options.
Hands-On Experience: Gain real-world skills through a 360-hour practicum, internship, or capstone quality improvement project.
Specialized Expertise: Choose between Clinical Systems Lifecycle Management or Data Analytics to tailor your career path.
In-Demand Skills: Learn to analyze data using Python, R, SQL, Tableau®, and Power BI®, and lead healthcare tech initiatives with confidence.
Students enrolled in the BS in Health Science program at Stony Brook University may be considered for early review and admission to the Athletic Training Program.
To qualify for early review, you must meet the following criteria by November 1:
Major: Declared Health Science
Academic Status: Advanced to senior-year curriculum with no remaining graduation requirements
Coursework:
Enrolled in fall HAN senior-year core courses
Enrolled in HAN 311 during the fall semester
Declared the Exercise Science concentration
Advising Meeting: Schedule and attend a meeting with the Athletic Training Program Director
Why Choose Stony Brook’s Athletic Training Program?
Established Program: 37+ years of history with a network of 250+ alumni
Fully Accredited: CAATE-accredited program, qualifying graduates for the Board of Certification (BOC) exam
Diverse Clinical Experience: Hands-on training with NCAA Division I, II, and III athletes, high school teams, and physician practices
Proven Excellence: Learn from industry experts at a Top 60 national university
Students enrolled in the BS in Health Science program at Stony Brook University may be considered for early review and admission to the MS in Speech-Language Pathology program.
To qualify for early review, you must meet the following criteria by December 1:
Major: Declared Health Science
Status: Advanced to senior year curriculum with no remaining graduation requirements
Coursework: Completion of at least 12 credits in prerequisite courses (or equivalents). At least three of the following must be completed prior to application:
- LIN 201: Phonetics
- LIN 330: Language Acquisition
- LIN 380: Anatomy & Physiology of Speech & Hearing
- LIN 350: Experimental Phonetics
Advising Meeting: Schedule and attend a meeting with the Chair of the Speech-Language Pathology Department
Note: Up to five (5) seats are reserved annually for this pathway. Any unfilled seats by March 15 will be released to the general applicant pool.
Why Choose Stony Brook’s MS in Speech-Language Pathology?
Accredited and Career-Ready: Accredited by the Council on Academic Accreditation (CAA), preparing graduates for national certification and state licensure
Flexible Academic Pathways: Choose from clinical, school-based, and bilingual tracks, including options for TSSLD certification and a Bilingual Extension
Hands-On Clinical Training: Gain supervised clinical experience with individuals across the lifespan in hospitals, schools, outpatient clinics, and community settings
Expert Faculty and Research Environment: Learn from leading faculty at a nationally recognized research university while building strong clinical and critical thinking skills
Students enrolled in the BS in Health Science program at Stony Brook University may be considered for early review and admission to the Health Science and Occupational Therapy (OTD) program.
To qualify for early review, you must meet the following criteria by September 1:
Major: Declared Health Science
Academic Requirements: Meet all general admission requirements for the OTD program
Advising Meeting: Schedule and attend a meeting with the Health Science Program Director or a program representative
Next Steps: Referred applicants will be interviewed by the OTD Admissions Committee and notified by November 1 if they are permitted to move forward
Note: Up to five (5) seats are reserved annually for this pathway. Any unfilled seats by March 1 will be released to the general applicant pool.
Why Choose Stony Brook’s OTD Program?
Doctoral-Level Training: A rigorous Occupational Therapy Doctorate (OTD) program that prepares graduates for national certification (NBCOT) and state licensure
Diverse Practice Opportunities: Customize your training through advanced clinical rotations and a capstone project in areas such as pediatrics, geriatrics, mental health, or physical rehabilitation
Comprehensive Clinical Experience: Gain supervised, hands-on experience across the lifespan in settings including hospital systems, schools, and outpatient facilities
Research and Innovation: Learn from expert faculty at a leading research university while developing advanced clinical reasoning and advocacy skills
