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Step UP in Fall/Spring Semester

Start your academic journey in Fall or Spring Semester by taking academic English and credit courses.

  • UP 1


    UP 1

    SAMPLE timeline

    Students starting UP1 in Fall can expect to complete UP2 in the Spring and matriculate to Undergraduate studies in the following Fall semester.

    UP1 Fall Start

    SAMPLE COURSE SCHEDULE

    Monday Tuesday Wednesday Thursday Friday

    IEC 103

    9:00am-12:00pm

    IEC 103

    9:00am-12:00pm

    IEC 103

    9:00am-12:00pm

    IEC 103

    9:00am-12:00pm

    IEC 103

    9:00am-12:00pm
    STUDY HALL Credit Course STUDY HALL Credit Course CHAT ROOM

    Academic Courses (Pick One)*
    Available courses coming soon.

    *Subject to availability.  Additional courses may be available.

    COURSE COMPONENTS

    IEC 103 + University Course (3 credits)

    IEC 103 - Integrated Academic English
    Core IEC courses focusing on reading, writing, listening, and speaking skills.

    University Credit Course
    Enroll in one 3-credit course based on availability and placement.

    Study Hall
    Participate in weekly meetings led by instructors or teaching assistants who will guide you to successfully complete your courses.

    Chat Room
    Sign up for individual or small group meetings with peer mentors for conversation practice.  You will be introduced to extra-curricular activities such as clubs, recreation, sports, and other events that enhance college life.

    completion requirements

    Achieve a B or better in IEC 103 and a C or better in your credit course to advance to UP2 in the Spring Semester.

  • UP 2


    UP 2

    SAMPLE timeline

    Students starting UP2 in Fall can expect to matriculate to Undergraduate studies in the Spring semester.

    UP2 Fall Start

    SAMPLE COURSE SCHEDULE

    Monday Tuesday Wednesday Thursday Friday

    IEC 104

    9:00am-12:00pm

    IEC 104

    9:00am-12:00pm

    IEC 104

    9:00am-12:00pm

    IEC 104

    9:00am-12:00pm

    IEC 104

    9:00am-12:00pm
    STUDY HALL Credit Course(s) STUDY HALL Credit Course(s) CHAT ROOM 

    Academic Courses (Pick Two)*
    Available courses coming soon.

    *Subject to availability.  Additional courses may be available.

    Course Components

    IEC 104 + University Courses (6 credits)

    IEC 104 – Integrated Academic English
    Core IEC courses focusing on reading, writing, listening, and speaking skills.

    University Credit Courses
    Enroll in two 3-credit courses (6 credits total) based on availability and placement in each term.

    Prepare 4 Success @ SBU
    Learn about the Stony Brook Curriculum (SBC), graduation requirements, course descriptions, prerequisites, majors and minors, and academic standing. You will also learn about different support areas on campus, such as tutoring centers and academic advising. 

    Study Hall
    Participate in weekly meetings led by instructors or teaching assistants who will guide you to successfully complete your courses.

    Chat Room
    Sign up for individual or small group meetings with peer mentors for conversation practice. You will be introduced to extra-curricular activities such as clubs, recreation, sports, and other events that enhance college life.

    completion requirements

    Achieve a B or better in IEC 104 and a C or better in credit courses to matriculate to Undergraduate Studies in the Spring Semester.  

 

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