Marking its ninth year, the summer Precollege Bridge Program continues its commendable role in guiding students toward their CU Boulder journey.
Administered by the Office of Precollege Outreach & Engagement, Division of Enrollment Management, the program propels students who have completed a precollegiate program at any University of Colorado campus, the University of Colorado Upward Bound program, or any of the university's statewide partner programs into a realm of academic enrichment, peer community, professional development and resource accessibility.
The summer program, spanning an intensive and captivating four weeks, is meticulously designed for students primed to enter CU Boulder in the forthcoming fall. This program serves as a compass for students, aiding their acclimatization to the university milieu. Its objectives encompass furnishing students with a head start for a triumphant college journey and embarking on the journey of community-building with peers, faculty and staff.
This summer, 28 students undertook participation in four courses, of which two were credit-bearing. These courses not only granted students insights into academic accomplishments, financial literacy and personal growth but also offered exposure to an array of campus resources.
Since its inception in 2015, the summer program has engaged 172 precollege alumni.
Students who do not have the opportunity to attend the summer program but complete a precollegiate program at another CU campus, the University of Colorado Upward Bound program or any of the university’s statewide partner programs will automatically be a participant in the academic year Precollege Bridge Program, which offers a $2,000 renewable scholarship for up to five years, among other benefits.
Testimonials
For Jasaline Amaya (PolSci’27), the program proved instrumental in forging a sense of belonging at CU Boulder and effectively equipping her for the forthcoming academic year:
“The people there assisted me in any questions I had about college in the fall and I appreciate everyone I met there. It was so fun and I would definitely do it again.”
As for Chris Rojas (Bus’27), the program served as a catalyst for honing the critical skills essential for success in college. Moreover, it illuminated avenues where he could seek assistance when needed:
“I knew high school and college were two very different experiences, however I wasn't aware of what things I was lacking. Through this program I was able to learn how I can balance my responsibilities, how I can find resources and get help with any problems I have.”
