The College of Staten Island offers a number of opportunity programs and learning communities for motivated students who have the potential to do well in college, but would benefit from enhanced academic support and financial assistance.
Our programs range from The Percy Ellis Sutton Search for Education, Elevation and Knowledge Program (SEEK) higher education opportunity program which provides access to college, and promotes academic success and personal achievement through an array of counseling and other support services, to the Accelerated Study in Associate Program (ASAP) and Accelerate, Complete, and Engage (ACE), which are designed at CSI to help motivated students earn their associate's and bachelor's degrees through comprehensive academic advisement, financial support, and career development.
The Collegiate Science & Technology Entry Program (CSTEP) at CSI is designed to increase the number of historically underrepresented and economically disadvantaged students who enroll in and complete undergraduate and graduate programs leading to professional licensure or to careers in the fields of science, technology and education
These and other opportunity programs support motivated students to reach new academic heights. Please visit the program pages to determine which program is best for you.
ASAP
As an ASAP student, you will receive a variety of supports toward the achievement of your Associate’s and Bachelor’s Degrees within four years.
ACE
CSI ACE is a comprehensive program designed to help students with an earned associate’s degree complete their academic journey to the bachelor’s degree on time
SEEK
The SEEK Program at CSI provides access to college & promotes academic success & personal achievement through an array of counseling & support services.
CUNY BMI
The CUNY Black Male Initiative is a University-wide student development initiative of underrepresented students, particularly men of color.
STEP
Saturday enrichment program servicing students in grades 7 - 12, who demonstrate an interest in the fields of science, health, engineering, technology.
CSTEP
Collegiate Science & Technology Entry Program helps reshape the culture of these professions as students reach their desired career goals.