Summer Bridge

Please contact our office if you are interested in obtaining an application for Summer Bridge. A copy of our Summer Bridge brochure [PDF] is also available. Please reference the Summer Bridge FAQ to answer any questions you may have.

Summer Bridge Can Offer You:

• 6 Academic credits-2 college classes:
• Individual counseling
• Out-of-class learning experiences
• Social & cultural activities
• Supplemental instruction
• Mentoring program
• Free Housing
• Three meals a day
• Assistance with Financial Aid

Summer Bridge Can Bridge the Gap Between High School and College

The goal of the Summer Bridge program is to prepare "at—risk" recent high school graduates for admission into degree programs at Indiana University—Purdue University Fort Wayne. The program seeks to:

• Assist with the IPFW Admissions Process
• Alleviate the financial barriers to students from low socioeconomic backgrounds
• Enhance partnerships with area community schools and businesses
• Design academic programs especially for you

Summer Bridge Can Give You Tools For Success

Proper Study Environment

A key component of the program is the residential experience. For many, a residential experience is the only way to ensure a quiet, orderly environment with uninterrupted time to study. It also affords an opportunity for students to learn to study together, help each other and discuss ideas. This experience helps develop time management and study skills, both of which are essential elements to succeeding in college.

Tutoring

We provide each student free tutoring on a daily basis and "mandatory study sessions." Our tutors have been through these classes before and have the knowledge necessary to assist our Summer Bridge students in achieving the best grades possible.

Jump Start on College

Students successfully completing this program (a grade of C or better in both classes) get their college career off to a great start with 6 college credits. These students are expected to register for classes in the Fall semester. We will provide academic advising throughout the summer session to help each student pepare for registration for the Fall semester and make good choices for their classes.

Academic Student Achievement Program (ASAP!)

After the students have successfully completed the Summer Bridge program and begin their academic career here at IPFW, we don't just turn them loose without guidance. We continually monitor their progress through the ASAP! program. This program involves the student, instructors and academic advisor in the student's progress.

Contact our office for more details on this program.