CSTEP

Collegiate Science and Technology Entry Program (CSTEP)

CSTEP's mission is to increase the number of students from under- represented groups who are pursuing careers in mathematics, science, technology, health-related fields or a licensed profession.

Here are some of the ways CSTEP can help you:

• Academic and Career Advising - CSTEP provides students with intensive academic and career counseling services to better assist with choosing classes and setting career goals 
• Funding Opportunities to Attend State and National Professional Conferences - Students will have the opportunity to attend conferences that will give students exposure to a variety of academic, research and career-related workshops
• Educational Workshops - Students will have the opportunity to participate in an array of activities to further cultivate their interest in the STEM fields
• Assist in Graduate/Professional School Application Process - CSTEP offers student one- on-one graduate/professional counseling through the application process
• Internship and Research Opportunities  - This provides an opportunity for students to gain career and research experience in their chosen field of study

CSTEP Qualifications

 In order to be admitted to CSTEP, students must:

• be a New York State Resident
• be from an under-represented background (Black, Hispanic, or American Indian/Native Alaskan) OR meet NYS income guidelines

2023-2024 New York State Opportunity Program Income Eligibility Guidelines (based on tax year 2021 household income)

*For 2023-2024, add $8,732 for each additional family member in excess of 8.

• be pursuing a CSTEP major or a career in a CSTEP profession
• have earned a 2.50 or better cumulative grade point average. First year students can be admitted provisionally until GPA is established

Eligible Majors include:

• Accounting
• Biology
• Business
• Business Management/Administration (Accounting Concentration)
• Chemistry
• Criminology (Pre-Law)
• Cybersecurity
• Education (i.e. students who major in mathematics or sciences who are also enrolled in teacher education programs)
• Exercise Science
• Healthcare Management
• Human services (with a career goal of social work or other similar licensed profession)
• Information Technology
• Mathematics
• Nursing
• Psychology
• Sociology (with a career goal of social work or other similar licensed profession)

If you don't see your major above, you may be eligible for CSTEP if you plan to pursue a career in one of these licensed professions.