Freshman Summer Success Program

• Be an incoming first-year student
• Be willing to commit to a residential experience from July 31st through Sept. 11th.

• Register and attend SPOP 6 (August 1-2)
• Attend mandatory FSSP Welcome on August 3rd
• Students will be enrolled in Uni Studies 83 and select a 4-unit elective from our curated list of course offerings. Please take a look at the courses for more information.  Top three course choices and grading options are to be submitted at time of registration.
• Reside on-campus during the duration of the program (quad occupancy) from July 31st through Sept. 11th
• Attend at least two Faculty Connections and two Collegiate Life events.

• Registration Information Coming Soon!
• Registration deadline is TBD. Registrants secure their spots on a rolling basis.
• Students should submit a 2024-25 FAFSA to determine eligibility for additional financial assistance, including Pell Grants.

UNIVERSITY STUDIES 83 (2 units)

• Lecture – MW 4-6:50pm
• Activity – MW 5-6:50pm
• Location TBD

In addition to Uni Studies 83, FSSP Explore participants will need to select a 4-unit in-person course from a pre-approved list: CLICK HERE

FSSP Explore participants may not exceed 6 units during Summer Session II. 

• Dedicated staff will be available to provide personalized support, ensuring a smooth academic transition.
• Participants will benefit from skill-building, networking, and community-building workshops in collaboration with campus partners and esteemed faculty members.
• This immersive 6-week residential program offers an invaluable opportunity for students to familiarize themselves with the campus environment, forge lasting friendships, and prepare for the upcoming academic year.

The program cost includes course/e-tech/program fees, a mandatory campus fee (non-refundable)* and room and board for the duration of the program from move-in through September 11, 2025. All participants will need to purchase USHIP or complete the USHIP waiver with comparable insurance. 

• Program Cost: $TBD

Financial Aid is available through completion of the 2024-2025 FAFSA/DREAM Act application.

• Be an incoming first-year international student
• Be willing to commit to a residential experience from July 31st– Sept. 11th

This pathway is not intended for international students who attended high school in the United States (These students are encouraged to consider the FSSP Explore pathway)

• Students will be enrolled in Uni Studies 84 and Political Science 21A
• Reside on-campus during the duration of the program (quad occupancy) from July 31st through Sept. 11th
• Attend at least two Faculty Connections and two Collegiate Life events.
• International students will need to submit a Confidential Financial Statement (CFA) to demonstrate proof of additional funding for the cost of the FSSP program
• Students will need to submit their visa requirements no later than June 9th
• Attend mandatory FSSP Welcome on August 3rd

• Registration Information Coming Soon!
• Registration deadline is TBD. Applicants secure their spots on a rolling basis.
• Students will need to submit their visa requirements no later than TBD

The program cost includes course/e-tech/program fees, a mandatory campus fee (non-refundable)* and room and board for the duration of the program from move-in through September 11, 2025. All participants will need to purchase USHIP or complete the USHIP waiver with comparable insurance. 

• Program Cost: TBD 

Incoming freshmen can apply for the Summer Bridge pathway. Full and partial funding is available to eligible students. Applicants are required to complete the 2024-2025 FAFSA/ CA Dream Act Application. 

• Must be a high school senior at the time of application to the Summer Bridge Program.
• Students who meet one or more of the following criteria are eligible to apply:
  • First-generation college student
  • Low-income (as federally established and determined from your 2024-2025 FAFSA/ CA Dream Act Application)
  • Students from disadvantaged backgrounds/circumstances
• Must be a:
  • California Resident (includes AB540/undocumented students; only means that you live in California)

• Register and attend SPOP 6 (August 1-2)
• Attend mandatory FSSP Welcome on August 3rd
• Students will be enrolled in Uni Studies 84 and Sociology 1
• All Summer Bridge participants are required to reside on-campus (quad occupancy) from July 31, 2025 to September 11, 2025.
• Attend at least two Faculty Connections and two Collegiate Life events
• Meet with your assigned Peer Mentor and Personal Guide at least once during the duration of the summer program
• Attend all sessions under the Community Care Series

Students can apply directly on their application portal. Application will open on April 1st, 2025!

Before applying, students will need to:

• Prepare responses to the following question: (WORD MIN: 150; WORD MAX: 200)
  • Tell us why you are interested in participating in Summer Bridge and how you believe you participation will improve your overall experience at UCI

All Summer Bridge applicants are required to submit TWO FAFSA applications: 2024-2025 FAFSA/Dream Act* AND 2025-2026 FAFSA/Dream Act

*FAFSA/Dream Act is required as Summer 2025 is part of the 2024-2025 academic year. The FAFSA/Dream Act 2024-2025 deadline for the program is June 1st, 2025.

DEADLINE: May 26th, 2025 11:59 PM PT. 

Applications received after deadline, will not be reviewed. In addition, INCOMPLETE applications will not be processed.

Students will be notified on or before June 15, 2025. Students who are not admitted to this pathway may still register for FSSP Explore or MITS, pending deadlines and capacity. 

Summer Bridge Scholars will enroll in Sociology 1 and Uni Studies 84 during Summer Session II.

UNIVERSITY STUDIES 84 (4 units)

• Lecture – MW 4-6:50pm
• Activity – MW 5-6:50pm
• Writing Lab – TuTh 10:30-11:50am
• Location TBD

 SOCIOLOGY 1: Introduction to Sociology (4 units)

• Lecture – TuTh 1:00pm-3:50pm
• Location TBD
• III and VII

Students who have completed SOC 1 prior to enrolling at UCI and are interested in this pathway, should email fssp@uci.edu about options. 

Summer Bridge participants may not exceed 8 units during Summer Session II. 

• Prospective participants must apply for this pathway
• Beyond the summer, Summer Bridge Scholars will seamlessly transition into a year-long program comprising individualized guidance, mentorship, enriching workshops, and priority registration.

Additional benefits include:

• • Item loan program (i.e. books, calculators, laptops)
  • One-on-one guidance
  • Access to LARC tutorial scholarships
  • Year-long continued support after the summer program

The program cost includes course/e-tech/program fees, a mandatory campus fee (non-refundable)* and room and board for the duration of the program from July 31, 2025 to September 11, 2025. All participants will need to purchase USHIP or complete the USHIP waiver with comparable insurance. 

• Program Cost: TBD

Applicants are required to complete the 2024-2025 FAFSA/DREAM Act Application. Applications will not be processed without 2024-2025 FAFSA/DREAM Act submission. Financial aid may cover part or all of the program costs. 

• Be an incoming first-year student
• Be eligible to take Math 1B
• Be willing to commit to a residential experience through Aug 9th (move-in date: July 31st) and complete the remaining course remotely.

How do I know whether I should and can take Math 1B?

Math 1B (PreCalculus) is a prerequisite for our Calculus 1 course, which is required for most science and social science majors at UCI.  During Summer 2024, you can self-place into Math 1B.

You are a good candidate for Math 1B if:

• You have completed an Algebra 2 course (or equivalent) with a strong grade OR
• You have completed a high-school-level Pre-Calculus course with a B or C.

You should NOT consider taking Math 1B (and instead taking Calculus, Math 2A) if:

• You obtained a strong score in your high school Pre-Calculus course OR
• Have taken some high school Calculus OR
• Have taken an AP Pre-Calculus course

If you are unsure, you can always take the Calculus placement test, which would allow you to place directly into Calculus 1 (Math 2A) with a high enough score.

Questions about placement can be directed to fssp@uci.edu 

• Registration Information Coming Soon!
• Registration deadline is TBD. Registrants secure their spots on a rolling basis.
• Students should submit a 2023-24 FAFSA to determine eligibility for additional financial assistance, including Pell Grants.

UNIVERSITY STUDIES 87 (2 units)

• Asynchronous, remote

MATH 1B (4 units)

• Week 1
  •  Monday-Friday (August 4th – August 8th)
  • 10 am – 12 pm, 1 -1:50 pm
  • In-person on the UCI campus
• Weeks 2 – 6
  • Monday, Wednesday, and Friday
  • 10 am – 12 pm
  • Synchronous online class (virtual attendance required)

Daily homework assignments during Weeks 1-6 will help ensure you get enough practice to feel comfortable with the material.

MITS participants may not exceed 6 units during Summer Session II. 

• Complete your math class before the fall and do so with focused support from a team of teaching and learning assistants.
• Spend a week at UCI in the summer to get acquainted with campus and meet other students.
• Become prepared for the academic rigor and expectations of being a college student in the university classroom.
• Guarantee an early spot in MATH 1B (a waitlist typically exists for MATH 1B in the fall quarter)
• Take advantage of UCI’s significant summer discounts and save money!

The program cost includes course/e-tech/program fees, a mandatory campus fee (non-refundable)* and room and board for the duration of the program from move-in through August 9, 2025. All participants will need to purchase USHIP or complete the USHIP waiver with comparable insurance. 

• Program Cost: $TBD

Financial Aid is available through completion of the 2024-2025 FAFSA/DREAM Act application.