The Collegiate Science and Technology Entry Program (CSTEP) at SUNY College at Oswego is a scholars program designed to increase the number of historically underrepresented minorities and economically disadvantaged students in scientific, technical, business, and health-related professions, as well as those seeking post-baccalaureate education. CSTEP stresses the importance of high levels of student achievement and involvement.

CSTEP's mission is to provide a structured network of services that fosters the development of each student's academic, social, and personal skills with support, guidance, and encouragement of faculty, staff, and fellow CSTEP students.

As a CSTEP member you have access to a wide variety of workshops, programs, and support services:

Networking
Get connected to a large network of peers, faculty and staff at Oswego and beyond,

Mentoring
Develop personal and professional relationships with faculty,

Personal Development
Work one-on-one with peers and staff to build your confidence and abilities,

Professional Development
Develop the skills and knowledge you need for your future,

Exam Preparation
No cost Kaplan courses available for students needing to prepare for the GRE, GMAT, LSAT, and MCAT,

Tutoring Assistance
No cost tutoring services available through the Office of Learning Services,

Technology
Laptop loaners and exclusive computer labs available for CSTEP student use,

Personalized Support
CSTEP works with you to meet your needs and help you find your potential.

What CSTEP Students Do

CSTEP students participate in a wide variety of activities. These include traveling to academic conferences, graduate school fairs, and career fairs. Additionally CSTEP students go through extensive preparation for graduate school, including test preparation and assistance in identifying programs.

Program Expectations

Participants in CSTEP are expected to be good academic citizens. This means that you will be actively involved in the programs, workshops, and services that the program offers. Throughout the course of the academic year you are expected to:

• Attend at least three workshops or programs during the academic year.
• Do one internship and/or one research project before graduating.
• Attend at least one conference within the first three years of your college experience.
• Maintain a GPA of 2.5 or better.
• Meet with your academic counselor at least once each semester.
• Develop and maintain an academic plan.
• Take the appropriate prep course for graduate school exams (GRE, LSAT, GMAT, MCAT).

How to Join

Joining CSTEP is easy. To be a member in CSTEP you must be:

• A resident of New York State.
• Historically underrepresented in math, science, technology, and health-related fields.
• A full-time student in good academic standing pursing a degree in an eligible major(see list here). 
• Have a GPA of 2.5 of higher.

If you meet these guidelines simply:

1. Pick up an application(part one and part two) from the CSTEP office in Poucher 106.
2. Complete and submit application.
3. CSTEP staff will review application and notify you via mail if you are accepted.