Garcia Summer Scholars

Stony Brook University

Stony Brook, NY

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In-person7 wksInternational OK

Collin Recommendation Index

Proprietary Application Analysis

Tier 1

9/10

Collin Index

Highly Recommended

Collin's Analysis

A selective program with a strong research reputation. Admits tend to show genuine curiosity and a concrete project rather than a long list of activities, and past cohorts skew toward students with some prior exposure to the field.

Application Strategy

Lead with one specific question you have explored, tie it to what this program teaches, and use the short answers to show range. Apply before the priority deadline and ask your recommender early.

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Successful essays

3 accepted essays across 3 prompts

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Admissions Timeline

Application Opens

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Priority Deadline

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Regular Deadline

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Program Dates

Dates TBD

Rolling Admission

Financials

Tuition

$4,000

Application Fee

$50 application fee

Financial Aid

Not available

Student Stipend

None

Offered Disciplines

Chemistry

Requirements & Selectivity

Eligible Grades

Grades 10–12

International Students

Eligible

Minimum GPA

3.8 GPA minimum

Acceptance Rate

~5%

Essay Required

Yes

Interview Required

Essay Prompts

* Describe your research interests and relevant background in materials science or engineering. (500 words) * Discuss a specific research project you hope to undertake at the Garcia Center. (500 words) * How does the Garcia program fit into your long-term career aspirations? (500 words)