Our Collegiate Science and Technology Entry Program (CSTEP) prepares students to pursue careers in science, technology, engineering, and mathematics (STEM), as well as in professions that require licensure.
Funded by the New York State Education Department, CSTEP serves full-time New York State Le Moyne students who meet the NYS income eligibility guidelines. The program provides comprehensive support through academic assistance, professional development, and experiential learning opportunities.
CSTEP fosters a supportive community designed to help students achieve academic and professional excellence, seize opportunities, and thrive beyond The Heights.
Our CSTEP activities focus on:
- Academic Excellence
- Leadership
- Professional Development
- Community Service
CSTEP Achieves Great Success on the Heights
CSTEP Eligibility
Are you eligible?
– Be a New York State resident (for at least one year)
– Be a full-time student (12 or more credit hours)
– Demonstrate financial need according to New York State guidelines
– Intend to pursue a major or career in STEM and/or licensed professions
CSTEP Supports
CSTEP helps you through every part of your college experience.
How do you stay in the program? We require CSTEP students to:
- Maintain a grade-point average of 2.5 or above
- Meet with CSTEP staff three times each semester
- Develop and maintain an academic plan
- Participate in workshops, conferences, internships, research projects or other enrichment activities as outlined by the program.
How do you stay in the program? We require CSTEP students to:
- Maintain a grade-point average of 2.5 or above
- Meet with CSTEP staff three times each semester
- Develop and maintain an academic plan
- Participate in workshops, conferences, internships, research projects or other enrichment activities as outlined by the program.
As a CSTEP student, you’ll benefit from tutoring, advising, study groups, supplemental instruction and research opportunities. You’ll also participate in:
- A pre-freshman summer program
- Professional school examination preparation (MCAT, GRE, DAT, LSAT, GMAT)
- Graduate school preparation
As a CSTEP student, you’ll benefit from tutoring, advising, study groups, supplemental instruction and research opportunities. You’ll also participate in:
- A pre-freshman summer program
- Professional school examination preparation (MCAT, GRE, DAT, LSAT, GMAT)
- Graduate school preparation
You’ll enjoy regular workshops and speaker series, professional mentoring, job shadowing and internships. CSTEP also provides students with:
- Networking events
- Conference participation
- Travel to graduate schools and career fairs
You’ll enjoy regular workshops and speaker series, professional mentoring, job shadowing and internships. CSTEP also provides students with:
- Networking events
- Conference participation
- Travel to graduate schools and career fairs
CSTEP Opportunities
CSTEP also provides students with service opportunities, financial assistance with book awards and peer mentorship.
CSTEP by the Numbers
79% Of our students achieve a GPA of 3.0 or higher
90% Of our students are employed or in graduate school within a year of graduation
93% CSTEP’s retention rate
79% Of our students achieve a GPA of 3.0 or higher
90% Of our students are employed or in graduate school within a year of graduation
93% CSTEP’s retention rate
Apply to CSTEP today!
CSTEP is more than just a program. It is a launchpad where students transform challenges into growth, explore new opportunities, and achieve excellence in STEM and licensed professions. Our students rise above barriers, exceed expectations, and create a future full of possibility.”
Questions? Let's get in touch.
