Collegiate Science and Technology Entry Program
The Collegiate Science and Technology Entry Program (CSTEP) is a grant-funded program sponsored by the New York State Department of Education with the purpose of increasing the number of students from under-represented groups who are pursuing professional licensure and careers in mathematics, science, technology, and health-related fields.
CSTEP offers key preparation, resources, and opportunities critical to student success.CSTEP Programs and Benefits
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Academic
- Academic support services as tutoring and supplemental instruction in hurdle courses such as Anatomy and Physiology, Chemistry, and General Biology
- Academic and Career Development Opportunities as workshops, seminars, and Career Panels
- Funding to attend conferences including the CSTEP Statewide Conference
- Undergraduate Research Opportunities
- Peer Mentoring
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Financial
- Paid Summer Research training and assistantships
- Textbook stipends
- Travel Financial assistance for Clinicals and Internships
- Limited Financial Assistance for entrance and licensure exams as NCLEX, MCAT, NRBC, GRE, and CPA.
- Limited financial assistance for review courses
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Eligibility
- New York State resident
- African American, Hispanic/Latino, American Indian or Alaskan native OR meet the economic eligibility requirements established by New York State 2018-24 CSTEP Income Eligibility Criteria
- Full-time student at Molloy University (12 or more credits)
- Intend to pursue a major/career in a STEM discipline and/or the licensed professions
Eligible Majors
Accounting
Allied Health
Biology
Cardiovascular Technology
Communication Sciences & Disorders
Computer Science
Education – Math or Science grades 7–12
Earth and Environmental Sciences
Mathematics
Natural Sciences
Nuclear Medicine Technology
Nursing
Psychology
Social Work
Respiratory Care
Licensed Professions include:
Audiology
Applied Behavior Analysis
Dentistry
Medicine
Mental Health Practitioners
Midwifery
Nursing
Occupational Therapy
Optometry
Pharmacy
Physical Therapy
Psychology
Public Accountancy
Respiratory Therapy
Social Work
Speech-Language Pathology
Veterinary Medicine
*Pre-law students are encouraged to apply as it is considered a licensed profession in the CSTEP program.
For a list of Professions Licensed, Registered, or Certified by the Board of Regents please visit the Office of Professions at http://www.op.nysed.gov/
To apply click here.
Contact Us
If you have any questions or would like more information about the CSTEP program at Molloy University, please email us CSTEP@molloy.edu or visit us in Casey Building, Lower level, rooms 6 & 6A.
Stella Pinzon-Goon
Program Coordinator
spinzon-goon@molloy.edu
516.323.3376
Johanna Obdyke
Administrative Assistant
jobdyke1@molloy.edu
516.323.3375