To join BMCC Science and Technology Entry (STEP) programs, you must:
- Be a NYC high school student AND NY state resident.
- Meet STEP eligibility requirements
- Complete and submit an application.
- Submit Required Documents (see below).
Required Documents
Please read carefully. Applicants may or may not have to submit all documents.
- Most recent transcript
Required for all applicants. - Free or reduced lunch documentation
Required for any applicant who does receives free/reduced lunch.
See eligibility requirements. - (Family) Tax return showing adjusted gross income.
Required for any applicant who does not receive free/reduced lunch.
See eligibility requirements.
- Essay: 250-500 words, “Why I want to join STEP (or) do STEP research”
Required for any new (has not attended STEP in 2016) or research applicants. - Research Recommendation
Required for students who apply to do research. - A signed permissions slip
Required for all accepted students. Permission Slips will be emailed upon acceptance.
All required documents should be labeled with the student’s name and delivered by:
- scanning and emailing to bmccstep@gmail.com, or
- mailed or hand-delivered to the STEP office (BMCC, 199 Chambers Street, Room S-430H)
Not sure if you qualify?
Call or email the BMCC STEP office for questions and information.
Phone: (212) 220-8000, ext. 5059
Email: bmccstep@gmail.com