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Highly valued real estate, diverse communities, deep woodlands, and wonderful beaches characterize this beautiful area. This area is home to several respected institutions of higher education, including Stony Brook University, Dowling University, Southampton College, Saint Joseph's College, and Suffolk County Community College. In this relatively compact and densely populated area, students of all ages enjoy easy access to a comprehensive education system. Although private schools are available, the public school system is one of the finest in the nation. The crown jewel of the educational system is undoubtedly Stony Brook University, part of the State University of New York system. In addition to the impressive 1,000-acre campus, the university's acclaimed 18-story teaching hospital became the tallest building on Long Island when it opened in 1976.

Newcomers will also discover a network of outstanding healthcare services and facilities, both regional and community based. These facilities are supported by centers for specialized care, family practice clinics, and emergency or walk-in centers, both routine and advanced healthcare needs can be met close to home.