We are so excited to invite you to the Colorado State University summer Bridge Scholars Program and the Bridge Scholars cohort of 2025. This unique, eight-week program carries a legacy of academic achievement, quality service to the community, and excellence in leadership.

Once you accept your invitation to join the 2025 cohort, complete these 7 important next steps to prepare you for your arrival on campus in June.

Next Steps

1. Accept invitation and complete registration form.
   • Read the Bridge Program Guidelines and Expectations
   • Once your application is accepted you will receive an email to confirm your participation in the Bridge Scholars Program
   • You will sign up for one of the three Bridge Welcome Sessions and complete your registration forms
2. Complete Financial Aid requirements
   • BOTH 2024/2025 & 2025/2026 academic years
   • Regularly check your Ramweb for any outstanding requirements
   • For support in completing your financial aid requirements, contact our Educational Opportunity Center
3. Complete Math Placement Tool
   • The Math Placement Tool ($15 charged to student account) is used to determine what math class you can register for
   • Please see First Semester Math Requirements for your specific major. Taking a math course during the Summer Bridge Program can jumpstart you to meet your math requirements
4. Sign up for CSU Fall Orientation
   1. We have a limited number of reserved spots available for Bridge Students during the dates listed below. If you have signed up for a later orientation date, please change your date to one of the following if they are available. If you must complete your Fall Ram Orientation during the Bridge Summer Program, please select a virtual option (1-day) to reduce the number of classes missed.
      • Session 1: June 9th 10th
      • Session 2: June 10th-11th
      • Session 3: June 11th-12th
      • Session 4: June 12th -13th (Spanish Interpretation Available)
   2. Click here to register for Orientation
      NOTE: Contact orientation via email at [email protected] or call 970-491-6011 if these sessions are full on their website. Be sure to let them know you are and incoming Bridge Scholar.
   3. More Information about Ram Orientation
5. Apply for summer housing
   • Use the Housing Portal to apply. Available after March 25th
   • Move-in Date: June 15^th
   • Move-out Date: August 8^th
   • Meal Plan: 19 meals per week
6. Optional: Student Disability Center
   • Please connect with the Student Disability Center if you require housing or academic accommodations to support your success at CSU
7. Optional: Parking Permit
   • Parking on campus during the summer Bridge Scholars program requires a summer residential Q parking permit which will be made available May 1^st. The cost is about $290 for the duration of the summer.  PLEASE NOTE: Having a vehicle on campus is not required to participate in the Bridge program. We offer transportation for all program-sponsored activities. Access to public transportation is included for all CSU students.
   • Parking and Transportation Services
8. Sign up for move-in slot on June 15^th (Signup Genius link forthcoming

For questions contact Angel Ruiz at [email protected]