SARAS


Latest Info: 01-09-25
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SARAS: Science and Research Awareness Series

The latest information about SARAS 2025 - 21st Annual Event
  • Reservation site opens January 25, 2025.
  • Admission into the program is on a first-come first-serve basis.
  • 2025-SARAS will be organized in Renaissance School of Medicine of Stony Brook University
  • Transcripts and reference letters are not needed.
  • Students must be in high school (must finish at least 9th grade by June 2025) or college to attend SARAS.
  • 2025-SARAS dates are July 7-25 (weekdays only).
  • 2025-SARAS is a full day program (9:45 AM to 3:45 PM).
  • Program schedule is designed taking into consideration the arrival and departure times of LIRR trains at Stony Brook train station. LIRR commuter chaperoning from and to Stony Brook Train station will be provided.
  • The university has yet to make a decision on On-Campus Housing for 2025-SARAS. As soon as a decision was made, info will be updated on SARAS website. Students can either commute daily or stay on campus (if housing is approved by University).
  • Lunch will be provided. (Lunch options are Veg and Non-Veg. No Special diets).
  • 2025-SARAS non-refundable program fee is $1000. (If housing is provided, the University will provide the info on the cost to stay on-campus)..
  • More details will be provided when the actual registration process opens in early March.
  • If you have questions, please E-mail us.
What is SARAS?


The 20th Annual SARAS was held with 140 students July 8-26, 2024


The 19th Annual SARAS was held with 140 students July 10-28, 2023


The 18th Annual SARAS was held as an In-person event with 110 students following CDC/NY State/ Stony Brook University/ Medical School/Hospital COVID-19 guidelines July 11-29, 2022


The 17th Annual SARAS was held as an In-person event limited to 60 students following CDC/NY State/ Stony Brook University/ Medical School/Hospital COVID-19 guidelines July 5-23, 2021


Group Photo from 2019 - SARAS attended by 120 students


Frequently Asked Questions
  • What is SARAS?
    • SARAS is a 3-week, summer program designed to heighten the awareness of High School and Undergraduate students in many aspects of Biomedical Science. The program has been offered since 2004.
  • Where is SARAS held?
    • SARAS takes place in the Health Sciences Center at Stony Brook University.
  • What will I learn by attending SARAS?
    • What you get out of SARAS depends on the effort you exert.
    • Read about the experiences of SARAS graduates on the Feedback page.
    • View photos and videos taken at SARAS over the years and see smiling, inquisitive students!
  • How can I get more information about SARAS?




Photos and Videos
SARAS 2024
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SARAS 2023
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SARAS 2022
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SARAS 2021
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SARAS 2019
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SARAS 2018
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SARAS 2017
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SARAS 2016
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SARAS 2015
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SARAS 2014
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SARAS 2013
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Feedback
Here's what SARAS graduates and their families have to say about the program


2024 Students Parents
2023 Students Parents
2022 Students Parents
2021 Students Parents
2019 Students Parents
2018 Students Parents
2017 Students Parents
2016 Students Parents
2015 Students Parents
2014 Students Parents
2013 Students Parents
2012 Students Parents
2011 Students Parents
2010 Students Parents
2009 Students Parents
2008 Students and Parents