My DS was accepted as a University Scholar. We will be attending the special Accepted Student Day session for the University Scholars this Saturday. I can PM you with highlights afterwards.
In regards to housing, refer to this link. I have a question on whether freshmen in the program are typically or required to be in a triple.
https://www.stonybrook.edu/commcms/university-scholars/prospective_students/advantages.html
Scroll below about housing info.