How to Apply

The following documents must be submitted to the Bridge Program Office by the application deadline dates noted below.

• Bridge Program Online Application: An online application must be completed by the student. Please complete all sections no later than the application deadlines. Note: The option to apply for the Bridge Program Summer Academy or the Saturday Academy will only be available on this form when the programs are actively admitting students.

• Recommendation Form: Your school counselor, administrator, or instructor must complete a recommendation form on your behalf. The Recommender you list on your application will receive an email with a link to the recommendation form. Please follow up with your Recommender to ensure they complete the recommendation form by the application deadline. Note: This is not a requirement for returning Bridge participants.
• Transcript: It is not necessary to wait for last semester grades to submit your student's transcript. Please upload a copy of your student's unofficial transcript that is inclusive of their cumulative grade point average and behavior report. The transcript and behavior report must be requested from your School Counselor or Registrar. All 9th grade students are required to submit a copy of their 8th grade report card.
  
  

Important Dates

UMSL Bridge Program Middle and High School Summer Academies

• Friday, May 23, 2025 — Application Deadline
• Monday, June 16, 2025 — Middle School Summer Academy session begins
• Monday, June 23, 2025- High School Summer Academy session begins
• Friday, July 11, 2025 — Middle and High School Summer Academy sessions end

UMSL Bridge Program Saturday Academy

• Friday, September 5, 2025 — Application Deadline
• Saturday, October 4, 2025 — Saturday Academy session begins