The
STEP Undeclared courses are designed for International and Permanent Resident
students whose first language in not English. These students have demonstrated
strengths in mathematics and science, but need additional work in English
and college study skills before completing their studies in one of the
Institute's baccalaureate programs. The STEP year provides course work
in applied communication, reading, speaking, English language skills,
and American culture. Based on the recommendation of the student's faculty
advisor, STEP students may also take additional courses to fulfill their
college mathematics, computer programming/literacy, science, and/or technical
subject area requirements based on their performance in the STEP year
and on their ability to meet course prerequisites. Students continue in
a major approved by a department head upon successful completion of the
STEP year.