Summer Bridge Scholars Program
Incoming freshmen are eligible to participate in Montclair State University’s Summer Bridge Scholars Program and earn up to seven degree credits. The program runs from July 5th to August 10th and there are three discounted options:
- Residential 7-Credit Track: Offers three in-person courses with campus housing, meal plan, books, and events included. The total value: $4,500+, but participants will only pay an out-of-pocket cost of $1,000.
- Commuter Hybrid 7-Credit Track: Offers three virtual and in-person courses with books and events included. The total value: $3,300+, but the out-of-pocket cost for participants is only $800.
- Commuter Hybrid 4-Credit Track: Offers two virtual and in-person courses with books and events included. The total value: $2,300+, but the out-of-pocket cost for participants is only $600.
The registration deadline for the Summer Bridge Scholars Program will close once we reach capacity. Space is limited and after completing the application, applicants will receive a notification to pay the $100 partial payment to secure a space.
Register for one of three available tracks:
The 2023 Summer Bridge Scholars Program is designed for incoming first year scholars and runs from July 5th to August 10th.
Summer Bridge is designed to prepare our students for college success and readiness. The program will give students the advantage of becoming acclimated with the University, prior to their first semester officially beginning this fall, while earning credits that will count towards their degree.
Students enrolled in the program will:
- Get a jump start on their college experience by earning up to 7 college degree credits.
- Gain valuable skills and experiences for success in college and beyond.
- Participate in workshops and co-curricular programming through a series of topics including health and wellness, financial literacy, and soft skills for college students.
- Engage with outstanding faculty, staff, and current students
- Receive cost free books and course materials
- Get the opportunity to live on campus (if vaccinated) with housing and meals covered.
- Meet and get oriented with other new Red Hawks!
Register for one of three available tracks:
Space is limited and after completing the application a partial payment of $100 will be required to secure a space with full payment due by June 15, 2023.
The 5-Week Summer Bridge Scholars Program is for incoming, deposited freshmen students for Fall 2023. Please note: Nursing majors, Educational Opportunity Fund Scholars, Academic Launch, and Health Careers Program students are not eligible for this program.
Incoming freshmen participating in person this summer who plan to live in the residence halls, must submit proof of vaccination. Please review the student vaccination policy for full details.
Space is limited and after completing the application a partial payment of $100 will be required to secure a space with full payment due by June 15, 2023. Students should submit the Summer Bridge Scholars Program Sign Up 2023 ASAP. After signing up, students will be registered for classes carefully selected by their academic dean and will receive an official schedule by mid-June. Students do not select and register themselves for classes.
Register for one of three available tracks:
After signing up, students can expect to receive email communication regarding a series of action items that must be completed prior to the program start date including partial payment. Students will be pre-registered for summer classes. Students will receive an official schedule by mid-June. The Summer Bridge Scholars Program has three tracks to choose from:
Can I participate in Summer Bridge if I am an Educational Opportunity Fund, Academic Launch, Nursing or Health Careers Program student?
Educational Opportunity Fund and Health Careers Program students have their own summer program that takes place at the same time as Summer Bridge, so it is not possible for EOF and HCP students to participate in Summer Bridge. For Nursing students, due to the nature of the nursing program and the cohort model, the curriculum is already planned for each semester and does not include a summer session.
I have dual enrollment/AP credits that I am transferring to Montclair State. Can I still participate in Summer Bridge?
Yes!
If I live on campus for the Summer Bridge program can I stay on weekends?
Weekly checkout is mandatory unless you are a non-NJ resident student or have extenuating circumstances and have made arrangements with the housing office.
Is there a dinner plan available?
Dinner is available and free of charge to all in-person participants.
Are the residence halls shared?
Students will be housed in doubles with a roommate.
What happens after I sign up?
Students receive a confirmation email after signing up for the program. Students must complete a list of action items, including submitting vaccination documents no later than June 6. Students will be registered for classes that are carefully selected by their academic dean and advisors, schedules will be available by mid-June.
When will the course offerings be announced for the Summer Bridge Program?
Students will be notified of their official schedule by mid-June. Students will be placed into courses based on their major, these courses will be counted toward graduation credits.
If I participate virtually, does that mean I have to join classes via Zoom or will I just get assigned work to complete?
The online courses will have a mix of synchronous and asynchronous work.
Are the events from 1:30 pm-4:00 pm required?
The afternoon activities – Academic Support, Tutoring, and Workshops are required.
Will I be able to choose which two courses I would like to take over the summer or will they be assigned to me?
Courses will be assigned to each student and students will receive a schedule in mid-June. Students do not select their courses.
Will there be courses offered for students who are accepted into the Honors Program?
Yes!
Who can I contact with more questions?
Please feel free to contact Summer Sessions by calling 973-655-4352 or emailing summerbridge@montclair.edu.