Our Summer Academy offers academic enrichment courses in mathematics, science, written and oral communication, career research, personal and professional development and activities that support college planning.
The Bridge Program Summer Academy is held from mid-June to mid-July for students in grades 9 through 10. Classes meet weekly on UMSL's campus Monday through Friday from 7:45 a.m. to 12:00 p.m.
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Academic Skills Workshops Include Math, Science and Writing:
Students participate in critical thinking activities designed to enhance their ability to perform well on college entrance exams. -
Career Development Workshops:
Freshmen and sophomore students will be involved in structured career planning workshops developed to guide students through important key steps for career identification and effectively develop a focused career plan.
Program Requirements
- All applicants must be currently enrolled in grades 9-10 in a St. Louis Metropolitan school.
- All applicants must have a 2.5 or higher cumulative grade point average.
- All applicants should be enrolled in or have completed Algebra.
- All applicants must submit a completed application, high school transcript, and behavioral report.
- All 9th grade applicants are required to submit a copy of their 8th grade report card and behavioral report.
- All new applicants must have a teacher or counselor submit a recommendation form on their behalf.
- This is not a requirement for returning Bridge participants.
- All participants must agree to meet attendance, performance and behavior requirements.
- All participants are expected to complete assigned tasks and fully participate in class activities to meet program requirements.
Note: Students who participated in previous program components must reapply for consideration.
Students must meet established eligibility, academic, and behavioral standards for admission and continued participation.
The UMSL Bridge Program reserves the right to deny or discontinue participation when these requirements and standards are not met.
The Benefits of Bridge
All Programs are FREE!
Seniors earn college credit!
Scholarship Opportunities
ACT Prep Courses and Materials
1:1 College Planning Meetings
Student Success Empowerment Workshops