CSTEP Program

Collegiate Science and Technology Entry Program (CSTEP)
Center for Science and Mathematics Education
School of Natural and Social Sciences
Purchase College, State University of New York

CSTEP Program Goal

The Purchase College Collegiate Science and Technology Entry Program (CSTEP) seeks to increase the number of historically underrepresented and economically disadvantaged students who complete pre-professional programs leading to professional licensure and careers in science, technology, or health-related fields.

Student Eligibility for CSTEP

CSTEP applicants must be:

• either members of a historically underrepresented group such as: African Americans, Hispanics/Latinos, Native Americans or Alaskan Natives, or must be economically disadvantaged and meet income requirements.
• full time, matriculated students, in good academic standing.
• New York State residents
• Demonstrate an interest in and potential for, the CSTEP professions, and be willing to participate actively in the program. (See a list of designated professions below.)

Especially encouraged to apply to the Purchase College CSTEP are Purchase students enrolled in other programs such as EOP, MATS, or NIH Bridges, or who were previously enrolled in a CSTEP program at another college or in a secondary school STEP program.

CSTEP Program Benefits:

• Research Experience
• Peer Tutoring
• Career Counseling
• Discipline Based Seminars
• Inter-Institutional Events
• Contact with Scientists
• Faculty Advisement and Mentoring
• Financial Support Identification
• Graduate Admissions Assistance
• Internship Opportunities
• Professional Scientific Meetings
• Multi-cultural Activities

CSTEP Application Process

Detailed information and application forms are available from:

Dr. Peter W. R. Corfield
CSTEP Director
Office NS 3042
914-251-6675

or

Theresa James
CSTEP Coordinator
Office NS 3009
914-251-6648
FAX 914-251-6635
email theresa.james@purchase.edu.

CSTEP is funded by the New York State Education Department.

Professions Licensed, Registered or Certified by The New York State Board of Regents

Accupuncture, Architecture, Athletic Trainer, Audiology, Certified Shorthand Reporting, Chiropractic, Dentistry, Engineering, Interior Design, Land Surveying, Landscape Architecture, Law, Massage Therapy, Medical Technology, Medicine, Mental Health Practitioner, Midwifery, Nursing, Occupational Therapy, Opthalmic Dispensing, Optometry, Pharmacy, Physical Therapy, Podiatry, Psychology, Public Accountancy, Respiratory Therapy, Social Work, Speech-Language Pathology, Teachin Science or Mathematics, Veterinary Medicine

Relevant Programs at Purchase College

Biology, Biochemistry, Bioresearch Technology, Cellular/Molecular Technology, Chemistry, Environmental Studies, Evolutionary and Behavioral Biology, Genetics, Marine Biology and Ecology, Mathematics/Computer Science, Microscopy and Imaging, New Media, Physics, Pre-allied Health Careers (Nursing, Optometry, Physical Therapy, Physician's Asst., etc.), Pre-Dentistry Program, Pre-Law Program, Pre-Medical Program, Pre-Social Work Program, Psychology, Research Internships, Sociology