Summer Bridge is designed to help incoming GCC students with a successful and smooth transition into college. Summer Bridge familiarizes students with important campus resources, helps with course planning and scheduling, informs students about transfer options and degree requirements, and students explore time management and study skills strategies to help them succeed at GCC. Summer Bridge is the first step in identifying interests and constructing major and career goals, as well as starting the college journey with guidance, support, and tools to help accomplish your goals. 

Students joining Promise+ are required to complete Summer Bridge by enrolling in one of the courses.

Summer Bridge is a fun and interactive way to learn about GCC, get prepared for your first semester of college, and get connected with peers, faculty, and staff. 

Free tuition for first-time, full-time students with GCC’s Promise Plus!

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Career Exploration, Peer Mentoring, Degree and Transfer Requirements, Financial Aid Info, Campus Resources, Academic Counseling, Community Building

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Summer Bridge offers two courses through which students can get oriented to college:

Student Development 110 – Introduction to College

ST DV 110 is a college orientation course that helps newly enrolled students become familiar with the campus. students will discover the wealth of specialized student support services, understand college academic regulations and policies, learn graduation requirements for associate degrees and certificate programs, confidently navigate the GCC campus and website, and understand how they are part of a diverse campus community. Ultimately, students are able to develop a preliminary student education plan.

Note: This course is Pass/No Pass only.

Student Development 120 – Transfer Orientation

This course is dedicated to ensuring students understand the transfer process, requirements, options, and preparation needed while at GCC. Topics include transfer admission and academic requirements, transfer application processes, and various programs and services at universities. Recommended for students who have completed Student Development 101 and/or have enough knowledge of their goals and are ready to explore transfer options and requirements.

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