To join the Collegiate Science and Technology Entry Program (CSTEP) at Monroe Community
College, you must meet the following eligibility requirements:
Residency: You must have legal New York State residency.
Enrollment: Be a matriculated student at Monroe Community College.
Full-Time Status: Be enrolled as a full-time student (12 credit hours per semester
or 7 credit hours if enrolled in the Nursing Program).
Income Eligibility: Meet the income eligibility requirements (see NYSED Income Eligibility
Guidelines below).
Financial Aid: Complete the FAFSA (Free Application for Federal Student Aid).
Career Goals: Have an interest in pursuing a career in a STEM field or a New York State licensed profession (e.g., law, social work, counseling, accounting).
Academic Standing: Maintain a minimum cumulative GPA of 2.5. Please Note: If your GPA is below 2.5, you may still join CSTEP by committing to a
rigorous academic plan designed to improve your performance.
Commitment: Actively participate in all CSTEP events and activities.
NYSED Income Eligibility Guidelines
Household Size in 2024
Income Under
1
$27,861
2
$37,814
3
$47,767
4
$57,720
5
$67,673
6
$77,626
7
$87,579
8
$97,532
Note: Add $9,953 for each additional family member in excess of 8.
