Who is Eligible for CSTEP?

To be eligible for SUNY Poly's CSTEP Program, students must be:

• A U.S. citizen or Permanent Resident
• A New York State resident (for at least 12 months)
• Enrolled full time at SUNY Poly
• Economic disadvantage (based on State income eligibility criteria)
• Have a minimum required 2.25 GPA
• Interested in pursuing a career in STEM or a New York State Licensed profession

In accordance with State Education Department (SED) guidance, student eligibility determinations are based on indicators of economic disadvantage, in alignment with applicable state and federal guidelines.

NYSED CSTEP and STEP Income Eligibility Criteria 2025-2026

2025-2026 Eligible Household Income 

• # Of HH dependents - 1 = $27,861
• # Of HH dependents - 2 = $37,814
• # Of HH dependents - 3 = $47,767
• # Of HH dependents - 4 = $57,720
• # Of HH dependents - 5 = $67,673
• # Of HH dependents - 6 = $77,626  
• # Of HH dependents - 7 = $87,579
• # Of HH dependents - 8 = $97,532

For 2025-2026, add $9,953 for each additional family member in excess of 8.