Summer Bridge Program
Summer Residential Pre-College Experience Program (PREP)
All Summer Bridge students must attend summer orientation on June 14th.
The Summer Bridge Program provides a realistic orientation to the roles and expectations of a Shippensburg student.
The PREP Program is a five-week mandatory program beginning Sunday July 7th and running through Summer Term 5 (July 8th - August 8th). The focus of the PREP is to provide a realistic orientation to the roles and expectations of Shippensburg University students. Students must participate in a variety of activities such as placement testing and information sessions, as well as complete various interest inventories.
All students will enroll into two college courses which will count for graduation credits, GPA, etc., which they must earn at least a "C" grade or better in each class.
Students selected to participate in this program can expect to receive the following benefits:
- An extended orientation to college life.
- A connection to the ASP faculty and staff.
- Guidance in utilizing the electronic resources required by the university, such as: e-mail, D2L, and the Banner System.
- An introduction to the general education curriculum and the journey to major selection.
- Awareness of the university's academic policies and procedures.
- Increase student's awareness of institutional resources.
- An understanding of the ASP resources available throughout their college career.
Services Provided by ASP
The Academic Success Program offers a number of services to new and returning students during both the summer and academic year. To learn more about the services listed below - click here.
Academic Advising
Chi Alpha Epsilon (XAE)
First Year Experience Course
Peer Leader Program
Study Hall/Study Groups
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Career Assessment/Advising
Financial Aid Counseling
Ongoing Counseling
Social/Cultural Activities
Tutoring Referrals
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