The College will receive a $464,145 grant over the course of five years that will support up to 37 students each year.
“This funding marks an important step toward broadening access and fostering excellence among students who have historically faced systemic barriers in STEM fields,” said Director of Opportunity Programs Aaron Ray, who led the grant proposal process and will serve as the inaugural director of the program. “CSTEP students will bring lived experience, resilience, curiosity, and drive that elevate classrooms, labs, and campus conversations. I’m incredibly proud that 51ÁÔÆæ is now part of the CSTEP network.”
Vice President for Academic Affairs and Dean of Faculty Ngoni Munemo added, "The CSTEP program embodies 51ÁÔÆæ's core belief in empowering all students to pursue their intellectual passions and prepare for lives of purpose. This initiative not only aligns with 51ÁÔÆæ’s liberal arts mission, but also amplifies our efforts to nurture talent and innovation within every student."
CSTEP at 51ÁÔÆæ will provide students with resources including workshops, internships, tutoring, and networking opportunities, mentorship, ensuring participants receive comprehensive support throughout their academic journeys and beyond.
Other program services include supervised training in research methods, graduate/professional school admissions preparation, standardized tests preparation, and academic and career development activities.
To be eligible for CSTEP, a student must be a New York State resident, a full-time 51ÁÔÆæ student in good academic standing be pursuing a career in STEM or such as accounting, law, medicine, and psychology, and be economically disadvantaged as defined by
Interested seniors, juniors, and sophomores can 51ÁÔÆæ’s Class of 2029 will be eligible to apply in January 2026. Students with questions should email array@hamilton.edu.
Posted August 22, 2025
