What is CSTEP ?
CSTEP stands for the Collegiate Science
and Technology Entry Program. Funded by
the New York State Education Department, the Program strives to expose, attract, and
assist college students in gaining access to
the profession of Optometry.
Who is Eligible ?
To be eligible you must be a New York State
resident currently attending an accredited
college or university full-time. Only underrepresented
minority and economically
disadvantaged students will be considered
and preference given to sophomores and
juniors.
How Much ?
Participation in CSTEP is Absolutely Free
and you may be given a stipend for your participation.
Where is CSTEP ?
Located in Manhattan's Bryant Park Area of
New York City, CSTEP is housed at the
State University of New York (SUNY), State
College of Optometry and the University
Optometric Center - the largest outpatient
vision care facility of its kind in the nation,
attending over 130,000 patient visits per
year.
More information click here or Download the Program brochure (PDF)
More information and applications for CSTEP may be obtained by calling or writing:
Carlos A. Restrepo
CSTEP Coordinator
or
Edward R. Johnston, O.D.
Vice President for Student Affairs
CSTEP Director
SUNY State College of Optometry
33 West 42nd Street
New York, NY 10036
Tel. (212) 938-5505
Fax (212) 938-5504
E-Mail: restrepo@sunyopt.edu