Science and Technology Entry Program (STEP)

The STEP program is a New York State Education department effort which began in 1986 to encourage and prepare more underrepresented minority and low-income secondary school students for entry into scientific, technical, health and health-related professions, including many areas where licensure is required. It serves about 200 local students each year.The program at Stony Brook offers enrichment experiences through the exposure to the University’s rich academic resources.

Selection Criteria:

  • New York State resident
  • Member of defined ethnic minority or student who meets the economic criteria
  • Student who shows academic record or potential for college-level study

Services:
Academic enrichment, tutoring, supportive counseling, laboratory experiences and opportunities to explore scientific research are offered to students in grades 9-12 through:

  • A network of STEP clubs and advisors and participating schools
  • A residential summer program at the campus and fall and spring programs for:
    - Lab exploration in marine and health sciences, geosciences, anatomy, computer science and engineering
    - SAT preparation
    - College-credit courses
    - Internships
    - Mentoring
  • The Parent Advisory Council- a support and advocacy group

Thomas Liao,
Co-Director

Dorys Johnson,
Co-Director

Christine Veloso,
Assistant Director

WEB SITE: http://www.sunysb.edu/ampcstep/

College Science and Technology Entry Program (CSTEP)

CSTEP program serves around 250 underrepresented minority and low income students each year. The goal of the program is to promote academic excellence and provide support services for its participants. The mandate of this New York State Education Department funded program is to increase the numbers of underrepresented minority and income-eligible college students pursuing degrees in scientific, technological, health and health-related fields including many areas where licensure is required.

Selection Criteria:

  • New York State resident
  • Member of definite ethnic minority or student who meets the economic criteria
  • Full-time matriculating student at Stony Brook University

Services

  • tutoring/study groups/preparation for professional school exams
  • academic/career advisement
  • a pre-freshman summer residential program for credit and academic enrichment
  • pre-professional internship placements on the campus, at the University’s Hospital and Health Sciences Center and in the community
  • leadership training through mentoring

David Ferguson,
Co-Director

Dorys Johnson,
Co-Director

Christine Veloso,
Assistant Director

WEB SITE: http://www.sunysb.edu/ampcstep/

 

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