Opportunity Programs

Barnard's HEOP Scholars Program provide bright and motivated students who are economically disadvantaged access to higher education. 

Barnard’s CSTEP is an enrichment program designed to foster students’ academic success in preparing for professional licensure or careers in the scientific, technical including social work, law, teaching or health-related fields.

The Barnard Opportunity Program (BOP) is specifically for out-of-state students and provides access to a Barnard education for high-achieving students from disadvantaged backgrounds. 

The Barnard College Science and Technology Entry Program (STEP) offers an exciting and rigorous academic enrichment program designed to assist 7th – 12th grade students acquire the skills and knowledge necessary to pursue post-secondary education leading to careers in scientific, technical or health-related fields, or the licensed professions.