Summer Bridge Programs

Hampton University

A Plus (A+) Residential Program for Pre-College Students

• Who? 8th-12th grade students

• When? June 28-July 3, 2020

• What? The A+ Summer Program is a weeklong residential program sponsored by the Freddye T. Davy Honors College. The week is specifically designed for students who want to engage in an adventurous and exciting learning experience. This year's theme... YOUR LIFE WRITE NOW: CREATIVE EXPRESSION IN TEXT will engage participants in various facets of creative writing and story design, and a journey of self-exploration, evaluation and expression.

• Cost? $850

• Deadline? May 1, 2020

More info: http://honorscollege.hamptonu.edu/aplus.cfm

Young Diplomats Program

• Who? 9-12th grade students

• When? June 21-27, 2020

• What? Hampton University's Young Diplomats Summer Program provides a stimulating and enriching residential experience for high school (rising 9th -12th grade) students from around the country on the beautiful campus of Hampton University. We will study Chinese Language and Culture, Leadership Development, Chinese Diplomacy, Economic Development and Global Affairs. Participants will learn through global communication how the United States and China respond to humanitarian issues, thus, how societies help people. This experience will be enriched by a trip to Washington, D.C. to visit sites such as the Freer Sackler Gallery of the Smithsonian Museum and the U.S. China Foreign Policy Foundation.

• Cost? Varies

• Deadline? May 15, 2020

More info: http://www.hamptonu.edu/studentservices/assessment/yd/

Pre-College Summer Bridge Program

• Who? Pre-freshmen enrolling at Hampton University

• When? June 19- July 24, 2020

• What? The Hampton University Pre-College/Summer Bridge Program is a five-week, academic enrichment, residential program. The Pre-College/Summer Bridge Program promotes and secures an environment where students will have an opportunity to grow personally, while they enhance their academic and leadership possibilities. By attending the program, students will gain exposure to the full range of resources and facilities that are made available to them by the university.

More info: http://www.hamptonu.edu/academics/summer/precollege/index.cfm

High School Leadership Summit

• Who? High school juniors and seniors

• When? July 12-18, 2020

• What? The 23rd Annual High School Leadership Summit is designed for rising high school Juniors or Seniors to focus on “The Leader Within.” This week-long residential program provides future leaders the opportunity to establish a plan for after graduation through several exciting and challenging workshops. The leaders will study the Principles of Leadership and learn how to improve their critical thinking and decision-making skills while exploring cultural intelligence from a global perspective. This year’s theme is Service & Character.

• Deadline? March 31, 2020

More info: http://li.hamptonu.edu/student_summit.cfm

Hollins University

Hollinsummer

• Rising 9th-12th grade girls may register for a number of summer programs at Hollins University, located in Roanoke, VA. The cost per program varies, however, campers who register before March 15th may receive a 10% discount on the total cost.

• These programs run July 19th-25th

• Topics include: Business and Entrepreneurship, Science, Acting, Horseback Riding, and Writing

More info: https://www.hollins.edu/academics/hollinsummer/

Radford University

SUMMER BRIDGE WOMEN IN STEM

• The Radford University Artis College of Science and Technology Summer Bridge WOMEN IN STEM program is a week-long residential experience for rising sophomore, junior, and senior high school girls interested in science, technology, and mathematics.

• APPLICATION INSTRUCTIONS

Please read the detailed application instructions before beginning the application process. Please contact David Horton at rhorton@radford.edu for more information.

FEES

• Scholarships to Summer Bridge are awarded competitively and cover the full cost of the program. Scholarship recipients will receive letters of acceptance after the application deadline.

• Students who do not receive scholarships and want to participate in Summer Bridge, may have the option of paying $1600, the cost of tuition, room and board, to attend.

More info: https://www.radford.edu/content/csat/home/summer-bridge.html

Germanna Community College

Summer Bridge

• Summer Bridge is a five week summer program for students with barriers to education. Students will take 6 college credits. This program supports transition, growth, college awareness, and student success.

• See Mr. Johnson the Career Coach for details

Old Dominion University

Engineering Summer Bridge

• ODU Engineering offers a freshman summer bridge program. The purpose of the Engineering Summer Bridge is to prepare students for the rigors and challenges of their freshman year as an engineering student at ODU.

• The ODU Engineering Summer Bridge will be a three-week, residential-optional program starting on July 20 and running until August 7, 2020. The cost for the Engineering Summer Bridge is partially subsidized by ODU Engineering, meaning students and their families will need to pay for part of the program.

• Only a small portion of ODU Engineering's incoming freshmen will be invited to apply, based on demonstrated need for this preparation. The Summer Bridge program is designed for students who fall in or near a qualifying ALEKS score for Precalculus/Math 162. Demonstrated need is determined by ALEKS scores, so taking your ALEKS pre-tests at home as soon as possible will increase the likelihood of receiving an invitation.

• There is a total of 6 residential and 8 commuter spots available for the Engineering Summer Bridge. Email invitations will be sent out to all students with a qualifying ALEKS score throughout May, June, and July.

More info: https://www.odu.edu/ess/stp

University of Virginia

Advance

• JULY 11 - AUGUST 7, 2020 (UVA SUMMER SESSION III)

• UVA Advance is a four-week summer residential program for highly-motivated, rising high school juniors and seniors that offers participants an opportunity to experience college life at the University of Virginia.

• Program Components Classes: Participants enroll in two undergraduate courses – one core course specially designed for UVA Advance students and one elective course open to all Summer Session students. In 2019, students selected from the following core classes (subject to change in 2020):

  • COMM 2559: Business Communication taught by Lecturer of Management Janette Martin

  • EVSC 2050: Introduction to Oceanography taught by Professor of Environmental Sciences Stephen Macko

  • HIST 2559: Genocide taught by Associate Professor of History Jeffrey Rossman

  • PLIR 2500: Human Rights in a World of States - Origins, Effects, Prospects taught by Associate Professor of Politics Michael J. Smith

  • Students’ second course is a “regular” 1000- or 2000-level Summer Session course in which UVA Advance students are enrolled with resident (degree-seeking) UVA students. UVA Advance staff may advise students on the selection of their second (elective) course. Review the list of 2020 elective course options here.

• Workshops: A series of academic prep workshops prepares participants for the challenges and opportunities that undergraduate students confront. Topics include the college admission process, undergraduate research opportunities, education abroad, skills for academic success, library resources and services, and choosing a major. More information on the academic prep workshops is available here.

• Residential & Social Activities: Students reside in a UVA residence hall with residential advisors who lead team-building exercises, on-Grounds recreational events, and excursions to unique sights around Charlottesville.

More info: https://summer.virginia.edu/uva-advance

Virginia Commonwealth University Arts Program

Pre-College Summer Intensive

• EXPLORE your interests in the fine arts, design arts or performing arts. EXPERIENCE cross-disciplinary approaches to creative activity. DEVELOP practical knowledge and skills to prepare you for college-level performing arts auditions and/or the development of your application portfolio. MEET students from across the country and around the world. BUILD lasting bonds with your peers through a variety of courses and social activities.

• Our Curriculum: Dynamic, interdisciplinary, and relevant to both personal enrichment and career development in arts and design.

• Appy by: March 27th, 2020

• Program dates: July 5th-24th

More info at: https://arts.vcu.edu/summerintensive/

Virginia Tech

C-Tech² - Computers and Technology at VT

• Who? Junior and Senior high school girls

• What? C-Tech² offers an opportunity to learn about college life--from residence halls to classrooms and everything in-between. It provides access to information and technology necessary to best prepare you for your future.

• When? June 28th - July 11th

• Cost? $2,000

• Deadline: March 30th, 2020

More info: https://eng.vt.edu/ceed/ceed-pre-college-programs/c-tech2.html

William and Mary

Pre-College Programs

• Rising senior and newly graduated high school students can take full-credit classes during our two summer sessions. This is an excellent way to get a taste of academic life at a highly selective university. We also have an active partnership with Johns Hopkins' Center for Talented Youth.

• Rising high school juniors, seniors and college freshmen can attend the National Institute of American History & Democracy’s Pre-College Summer Program in Early American History. This exciting four-credit academic program includes hands-on exploration of the region's many colonial, revolutionary and Civil War sites and museums.

• Through the Center for Gifted Education, William & Mary operates one of the nation's top programs for gifted and uniquely talented students in elementary and middle school. The Saturday/Summer enrichment courses are designed to challenge the advanced student in a way that's not possible in a conventional classroom. And Camp Launch is a residential program for gifted 7th- and 8th-grade students from all socioeconomic levels.

More info: https://www.wm.edu/academics/precollege/index.php