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Science and Technology Entry Program (STEP)

The Science and Technology Entry Program (STEP) is a New York State grant-funded program that was designed to prepare historically underrepresented and economically disadvantaged students to enter college and increase participation in math, science, technology, health-related fields, and licensed professions. Union College has been awarded the STEP grant since 1994 to partner with local schools and provide high-quality STEM instruction to students enrolled in the program.

All STEP services and resources are offered at no cost to participants. For more information please email STEP@union.edu.

Program Highlights

  • Academic Tutoring and Mentoring
  • SAT/ ACT Prep
  • STEM and Healthcare Profession Workshops
  • Field Trips and College Visits
  • Research Opportunities
  • Summer Programming

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2024-2025 STEP Application

Applications are reviewed on a rolling basis.

Prospective Students

  • Eligibility Requirements

    To enroll in STEP, students must be:

    • A New York State resident
    • Enrolled in Grades 7-12
    • A member of a historically underrepresented group (as defined by NYSED): African-American/Black, Latino/Hispanic or Native American/Alaskan Native
      OR
    • Economically disadvantaged as per the NSYED Income Eligibility Criteria
  • Program Highlights

    Tutoring and Mentoring

    • Virtual and In-Person Opportunities
    • Kaplan Live Online SAT/ACT Prep Opportunities

    Discovery Programs

    • STEM Workshops Presented by Union College Faculty, Staff, Students and STEM Professionals
    • STEM Field Trip Opportunities
    • College Visits

    Research and Curriculum

    • STEM Research Opportunities
    • Curriculum Taught by Union College Professors

    Guardian Series

    • Workshops Provided for the Guardians/Family to Answer Higher Education Questions
    • College Admissions Directors
    • Opportunity Program Directors

    One on One Family/Student Meetings

    • Discussion of Goals
    • Academic Mentoring
    • Time Management Skills
    • College Application Process
  • Summer Internships

    2025 Summer Internship Opportunities (Coming Spring 2025)

Current Students

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