Summer Bridge

The SSS Summer Bridge Program

The Summer Bridge Program at Peru State College is an exclusive experience for new SSS members designed to give you a head start to your freshman year. You will move on campus early, meet fellow SSS members and staff, and complete a one-credit course. You also have the option of completing Bobcat Brush-up - a noncredit math refresher before summer bridge starts.

Summer Bridge Application

Summer Bridge – August 9 - August 15, 2024

Summer Bridge helps new SSS members understand the expectations of college, the resources available on campus, and earn college credit. It also allows participants to forge strong bonds among SSS members and staff.

COLL 100 (1 cr) Elements of Personal Success Course
Orientation to the Peru State College experience
Introduction to SSS services and programs
Social and cultural activities
Mentoring
Academic Advising

Program Costs

The SSS Summer Bridge program is financially supported by a federal TRiO grant and Peru State College. All tuition, room and meal charges are waived; all course materials are provided at no charge to the student. The only cost you will need to pay is the fees on the 1-credit course (approximately $75) which is included in your fall bill.

If you are an incoming Peru State freshmen and would like to experience Summer Bridge, you must apply and be accepted into the SSS program (See more at How To Join) and submit the Summer Bridge application here.

Summer Bridge FAQ

Frequently asked Questions

Student Success Services (SSS) is a federally funded TRiO program. SSS is dedicated to helping students develop the skills and motivation necessary to successfully pursue and earn a bachelor’s degree. Summer Bridge is one of the many services SSS provides to help students attain a bachelor’s degree. Most SSS services are provided at no cost to members, and students participate in SSS throughout their enrollment at Peru State College.
Summer Bridge is limited to SSS members. Federal eligibility regulations require members be U.S. citizens or qualify for federal financial aid and meet at least one of the following characteristics:
- First generation college student (parents have not earned a 4-year bachelor’s degree)
- Student with physical or learning disability
- 2021 taxable family income meets federal guidelines available here
Yes, but your FAFSA uses “prior-prior” year data, or 2021 income for the 2023-2024 school year. If you do not meet the income eligibility threshold with FAFSA data, we can recheck using the 2021 taxable family income levels identified above.
Summer Bridge participants only pay for the fees on the 1-credit course, approximately $75. All other costs are covered by the TRiO grant and Peru State College. The fees are due as part of your fall bill.
Summer Bridge -- August
Summer Bridge participants move into their assigned fall dorm room. Laundry facilities are available in the residence hall. New freshmen approved to live off-campus can contact the SSS Director to see if Summer Bridge can work for them.
Students will eat most meals in the Student Center dining hall. When the Summer Bridge class travels for cultural and academic enrichment events, special meals at various places will be provided. Costs of all cultural and academic event meals are provided by Student Success Services.
Students will have an interactive, interdisciplinary course encompassing college/life success skills. Students will also attend study sessions, workshops, and other cultural and academic activities. Your day will be full from 8 a.m. until 9 p.m. Participation in all activities is mandatory.
During Summer Bridge it will be very difficult for students to work or have other outside commitments. If you participate in Summer Bridge, you must commit fully to the Summer Bridge program.
Probably not. If team activities begin before the start of the regular semester, they will likely be at the same time as Summer Bridge classes. If your team doesn't have practices yet or you red-shirt this fall, talk with your coach about the possibility.
Students may leave for family emergencies. Exceptions will be made at the discretion of the SSS Director. Students will receive a calendar of events before the program begins and again upon arrival to campus. Please do not schedule work, medical appointments, family birthday parties, etc. during this time.
Yes! Students will complete COLL 100 Elements of Personal Success (1 cr) during Summer Bridge and earn credit upon successful completion of the course.
Yes, parking is free during the Summer Bridge program in designated areas. However, Peru State College and SSS assume no responsibility or payment for parking violations, damage to, or loss from personal vehicles.