Summer Bridge Program

The Vincennes University Summer Bridge Program is designed to provide incoming and freshman level students with a summer college orientation experience and the opportunity to get a head start on their academic goals. Additional faculty, staff, and tutors are hired especially for the Summer Bridge Program to assure that students experience a positive transition to college life.

Due to Covid-19 Summer Bridge 2020 has been cancelled.

"We look forward to seeing you next July for Summer Bridge 2021!"

What students will do:

• Live in a residence hall
• Enroll in between 6 and 9 credit hours and Summer Bridge (SBRG 185) non-credit course
• Participate in orientation and advising
• Engage in dedicated tutoring/study time
• Engage in social and community service activities
• Develop early social connections and friendships
• Explore career options

What students will learn:

• Where campus services and facilities are located
• How to use the library, tutoring  and computer labs
• Study skills, time and money management skills
• What it is like to live independently in a college dormitory
• Self-advocacy skills

How to Apply:

The number of students accepted into the Summer Bridge Program is limited to promote a quality program. In order to have your application approved and processed in a timely manner, it is important to apply early.

Steps:

• Complete application for admission to Vincennes University  
• Submit an application for the Summer Bridge Program
• Be interviewed by the Director of Summer Bridge for acceptance into the program. Once your application is received the Director will contact you to schedule a personal interview.
• For financial aid, you will need to fill out the FAFSA. The FAFSA (Free Application for Federal Student Aid) link is www.fafsa.gov.
• Take the placement tests. For testing information, please visit the VU Assessment Center.

Applications should be mailed to: 

Penny AP Kirk (See contact information below)

Files:

• Summer Bridge Application(View Online & Print)
• Summer Bridge 2020 Program Rates(View Online & Print)
• Summer Bridge Brochure(View Online & Print)