Summer Bridge Program
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The Act 101 Summer Bridge Program听is designed to help recent high school graduates and non-traditional learners enhance their academic skills, increase self-confidence and successfully transition to college-level coursework over the course of a fully immersive, 7-week timeframe in the summer months. Participating students are provided the opportunity to improve their skills in English, reading and mathematics before starting their regular college experience. Tutoring and counseling are important components of the program in addition to the coursework so students must be able to attend classes in person at the Marple Campus, Monday through Thursday, from 8:30 a.m. to 3:30 p.m. for the duration of the seven weeks.
The Summer Bridge Program is free with no costs for tuition or textbooks.
Did You Know?: More than 90% of students completing the College鈥檚 Summer Bridge Program have re-enrolled from the fall to spring semesters in four of the past five years.
Courses
- Developmental Reading
- Developmental English (includes Speech)
- Basic or Developmental Mathematics
Note: Credits from these courses are not applicable toward a degree or certificate.
Tutoring
- Structured lab sessions with professional tutors are required.
- Professional, experienced staff members encourage students to become independent learners by teaching study skills to improve reading, organizing, note-taking, time management and test-taking.
- Computers are available to use on reports and papers as well as for individual enrichment in many subject areas.
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Support Services
Academic advising and counseling support services will:
- Orient the student to the College and the Summer Bridge Program
- Assist in career planning and decision-making
- Assist in course selection
- Help clarify values and develop self-confidence
- Provide personal counseling
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Next Steps
- Interested students who have yet to complete the College鈥檚听Application for Admission听should do so as soon as possible.
- Interested students听who have yet to take听the College鈥檚 placement test听should schedule an appointment to do so as soon as possible听to determine eligibility.
- For more information or to sign up听for the Summer Bridge Program, please call听
610-359-5388