CSTEP is a New York State Education Department (NYSED) funded comprehensive program geared to prepare students for careers in Science, Technology, Engineering, Mathematics (STEM), health-related fields, and licensed professions. SUNY Morrisville’s Collegiate Science & Technology Entry Program (CSTEP) is a scholars program designed to prepare minority and economically disadvantaged students for car
eers in scientific, technical, engineering, mathematical, health-related and licensed professions. The program, which is part of a statewide effort to address the issue of minority under-representation in the STEM and licensed professions, emphasizes academic preparation and achievement, and career awareness. CSTEP provides students with a unique college experience that combines academic services and activities with a variety of networking and career-advancement opportunities. Participants share invaluable social interaction and congenial support with fellow students, as well as receive customized strategies for success in both professional and personal aspects of life. Students are encouraged to apply during their first year but may do so at any point during their college career. Once accepted, students are expected to participate in academic and career activities and maintain academic excellence.
