Eligibility
Students applying to the CSTEP program must be New York State residents pursuing a career in science, technology, engineering, or mathematics or a licensed profession (see below). They must also be enrolled full-time (minimum 12 credits) and meet at least one of the following criteria:
- Historically Underrepresented Group
- African-American, Hispanic/Latino, American Indian, or Alaskan Native
- Economically Disadvantaged
- Low-income according to the New York State Education Department Guidelines (see below)
Historically underrepresented group is confirmed with our online application and economically disadvantaged is confirmed with the FSC Financial Aid Office.
How is "economically disadvantaged" defined by CSTEP?
We are a New York State Collegiate Science and Technology Entry Program, so we must follow the income guidelines set forth below:
| New York State Department of Education CSTEP Income Eligibility Criteria 2024-2025 |
|
|---|---|
| # of Household Dependents | Eligible Income |
| 1 | $26,973 |
| 2 | $36,482 |
| 3 | $45,991 |
| 4 | $55,500 |
| 5 | $65,009 |
| 6 | $74, 518 |
| 7 | $84,027 |
| 8 | $93,536 |
Licensed Professions
For a full list of Licensed Professions, please visit the
CSTEP Program
Knapp Hall, Suite 128
934-420-2788
cstep@farmingdale.edu
Monday-Friday: 8:00am - 5:00pm
SueAnn Orlando-Lundquist
Director
Sarah Coluccio
CSTEP Counselor
Branden Fredericks
Data Specialist
Brittany Buchan
Staff Assistant