Summer Scholars Program

Want to get a head start on your first year?

The CSTEP Summer Scholars program is a free residential program for incoming Fordham first-years interested in pursuing careers in science, technology, engineering, and math (STEM), as well as health and other licensed professions. This full-time program is designed to help you transition from high school to the rigors of college.

Program Highlights

• Dates: July 2026
• A 3-credit Fordham course that satisfies a university core requirement. Students can select one of two tracks:
  • Liberal Arts Track - THEO 1000: Faith & Critical Reason
  • Pre-Health Track - BISC 1000: Foundations of Biology
• College Skills seminar
• Guest speakers in CSTEP-targeted fields
• Individualized academic counseling and career planning

How To Apply

Deadline: Rolling Admissions until all seats are filled

The 2026 CSTEP Summer Scholars Application will be released in May 2026.

If you have any questions, please contact:

• CSTEP Associate Director: Shantay Owens at [email protected]
• CSTEP Counselor: Isaac Perez at [email protected]
• Associate Director of Program Operations for STEP/CSTEP: Michelle Santana at [email protected]