STEM Summer Bridge Program

A head start in the STEM fields

Our STEM Summer Bridge Program is a tuition-free program designed to prepare Associate of Science majors for academic success at Columbus State.

Sign up by Aug. 1 to get early exposure to college-level lab work and connect with fellow students in the STEM fields.

The 2024 STEM Summer Bridge Program
Monday, August 19 through Friday, August 23 (5 days)
9 a.m. to 4 p.m.

PARTICIPATION IS FREE
Students are required to attend all sessions. The 2024 Bridge will be completely in-person.

The application period has closed

Benefits

• The STEM Summer Bridge Program is provided at NO COST to participants.
• Connects you to a group of other incoming freshmen who share an interest in science, technology, engineering and mathematics
• Introduces you to campus clubs and activities, including the STEM club
• Provides unique connections with Columbus State faculty and staff
• Helps you bridge the gap between high school work and college curriculum and expectations
• Gives you an early exposure to the campus and classroom experience, including lab work and scientific research
• Focuses on important success factors including study skills, campus resources, time management and others
• Allows you to assess your academic level, providing individual guidance in areas of improvement

To qualify for the STEM Summer Bridge Program, you must:

• Be accepted to Columbus State as a freshman entering in Autumn 2024 and be declared an Associate of Science major. Recent high school graduates with CCP credit ARE eligible to apply.
• Be able to attend all sessions over the one week period (5 days, Monday thru Friday, approximately 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. each day).