Science and Technology, Entry Program (STEP)

STEP

PROGRAM CONTACT

STEP Program

300 Jay Street
L-113
Brooklyn, NY 11201

Phone: 718-260-5207

Fax: 718-260-5503

Science and Technology, Entry Program (STEP)

Science and Technology Entry Program (STEP) is a New York State Education Department (NYSED) grant funded program that aims to increase the number of economically disadvantaged students and others prepared to enter college, and improve their participation rate in mathematics, science, technology, health-related fields, and the licensed professions.

We serve students in grades 7 through 12. The STEP Program at City Tech offers a variety of non-college-credit workshops, including standardized test preparation.

Academic workshops include:

  • Math (Algebra I, Algebra II)
  • ELA Arts Books, Brains & Big Ideas
  • Forensic Science: The Science Behind the Crime

In addition, we provide a diverse selection of STEM-focused workshops, such as:

  • Computer Hardware Basics
  • Introduction to Arduino Technology
  • Introduction to Artificial Intelligence (AI)- Level 1
  • Introduction to the Medical Field and Public Health
  • Medical Research Lab: From Concept to Presentation
  • Tech Explorers: IT & Computer Skills
  • Video Game Design (Level 2) **must have completed Level 1**
  • Woodworking Workshop

Fall 2026 Classes will be held IN-PERSON ONLY.

IMPORTANT NOTIFICATION

Google Classroom

We will continue to use Google Classroom for in-person and online classes. ALL class assignments, reviews, class resources, quizzes & assessments and final grades will be posted in Google Classroom. It is mandatory for all accepted applicants to register to google classroom when fall starts, using a GMAIL account.

Note: If you do not have a Gmail account already, you will have to create a new Gmail account to register for Google Classroom. School emails will not work!

Application Process

  • Completed applications with copy of current school transcript and/or report card submitted on or before the deadline will be considered on a first come, first served basis
  • Late applications will be processed in accordance to space availability.
  • Incomplete applications will automatically be placed in our pending list.

ALL APPLICATION FORMS MUST BE SUBMITTED VIA EMAIL TO: MHernandez@citytech.cuny.edu
(NO in person, NO mail and NO Fax will be accepted)

All consent forms will required signatures, electronic signature or initials.

Admission Notification

Once admission decisions are made you will be notified by EMAIL. Please make sure that the emails provided are active and that are emails you check on a daily basis. Parents should include their email on the application if they want to receive ongoing information from the STEP program.

Please be advised that STEP program classes are NON-credit classes.

Student & Parent Zoom Orientation

  • Date: Tuesday, October 13, 2026
  • Time: 6:00 PM - 7:30 PM

For questions or concerns, please contact: