Bridge Scholars Application Process and Eligibility

Eligibility

  • You must meet these eligibility requirements to apply to the Bridge Scholars Summer Program:
    • Be eligible to receive in-state tuition (regardless of documentation status).
    • Are a First-Generation college student (biological or adoptive parents have not earned a bachelor’s degree).
    • Show financial need through the 2024-2025 FAFSA or CASFSA financial aid applications.
    • Be admitted to CSU for the Fall 2025 term.

Application Process

  • Once you have met the eligibility requirements, you can access the application by logging in to RAMweb with your NetID. Then follow the link to your Admissions Dashboard, and open the Bridge Scholars tab.
  • If you feel you have met the eligibility requirements and have not yet received an invitation to apply, please contact Angel Ruiz via email at [email protected].
  • Submit your 2024-2025 FAFSA or CASFA using your 2022 income and tax information.
    • *2024-2025 FAFSA or CASFA is required to have your Bridge application reviewed.

Selection of Scholars

  • Once all eligibility and application requirements are met, the selection committee will evaluate applicants on the following:
    • Student’s ability and perceived effort in completing the application.
    • Expressed commitment to take on the responsibilities related to being a college student and successfully completing college coursework.
    • Explanation of what the student hopes to gain as a result of participating in the program.
    • Desire to positively contribute to the Bridge Scholars community.
      • *Students are required to participate and be present for the entirety of the 8-week program. Some exceptions for short-term absences can be made for scholarship and academic commitments.

Notification of Status

  • Students can expect notification of their application status by April 1st. In some circumstances, this notification may be delayed.

2025 Application

The Bridge Scholars Application is now open and accessible via your Admissions Dashboard in RAMweb.

Application Deadlines:
February 3rd for Priority Review
March 3rd for Regular Review
*Application will stay open until all spots are filled.

The 2024-2025 FAFSA/CASFA is currently open and is required to have your Bridge application reviewed.

2025 Program Dates

Selected students are required to attend and be present for the entirety of the 8-week summer program. Program dates are June 14th-August 8th.

Generally, student will have the option of staying on campus for the weekend or leaving after classes or Bridge programing on Friday. Students are required to return for our weekly Bridge meeting on Sundays at 6pm. There is one weekend during the program that will require students to stay on campus for special programing.

Prior to the program beginning, there will be a mandatory Bridge Ready event where students and their families will receive important program information and critical support with registering for classes. This date will be announced at a later date.