New York State residents who are full time college students and identify as historically underrepresented or economically disadvantaged are eligible for the State University of New York College of Optometry CSTEP Programs:
- Spring Internships Monday, June 4 - Friday, June 15. This is an exploratory program, designed to let students shadow in the clinics, visit private practices, go through professional school readiness workshops, network with students and faculty, and do a research presentation.
- Summer Academic Program Every Tuesday, May 29 - July 24. Students take introductory optometry curriculum courses with renowned faculty, for 2 elective credits, possibly transferable to the students' college institution. They also shadow one day in the clinic.
