Summer Bridge Program

Summer Bridge Programs

Summer Bridge Programs

Information regarding the 2026 Summer Bridge Programs will become available February 1, 2026.

Prairie View A&M University (PVAMU) offers several Summer Bridge Programs for incoming freshmen students. These programs were implemented to support a comprehensive college experience and support network that enhances students’ personal responsibility and intellectual, civic, and social engagement.

The goals of the PVAMU Summer Bridge Programs are guided by the University’s student success priorities. They are as follows:

  • Develop key academic understanding and skills among students
  • Provide engaging opportunities to develop participant skills that will aid in the successful transition to college
  • Promote a cohort experience among participants to strengthen new peer relationships
  • Familiarize participants with PVAMU and its resources

As a result of participating in one of the PVAMU Summer Bridge Programs, students should be able to:

  • Demonstrate efficacy toward academic work
  • Develop a sense of belonging to PVAMU
  • Gain necessary college success skills

The PVAMU Summer Bridge Programs are completely free or have a minimal cost to our student participants! All programs have their own admission and acceptance requirements. Students can only participate in one program. Students must be Texas residents (or a Non-Resident on a Presidential or Regents Scholarship) to participate.

Minimum Summer Bridge Program Qualifications Include:

  • Acceptance into Prairie View A&M University for the Fall of the current year
  • Must be a Texas resident (or a Non-Resident on a Presidential or Regents Scholarship
  • For The following programs, a High School GPA of 3.0 or higher is required and students must be College Ready in Math, Reading, and Writing (via ACT, SAT, or TSI Exams): Architecture, Biology, Engineering, and Nursing

Incoming Freshmen Students, Please Review the Links Below:

For additional questions about our Summer Bridge Programs, contact summerbridge@pvamu.edu or 936-261-3691.

Multi-Major Summer Programs 

The Panther Pride Summer Bridge Program is a five (5) week program designed for incoming PVAMU freshmen who are interested in jump-starting their academic careers and to aid with the transition between high school and college. Participants will receive 6 hours of college-level coursework. Students must be Texas residents (or a Non-Resident on a Presidential or Regents Scholarship) to participate.

Program Dates: To be determined
Program Format: On-Campus, Residential
Courses Offered: To be determined
Program Coordinator: Danny Harvey

Assistant Coordinator:  For questions, please contact Ramona Morris at rlmorris@pvamu.edu.

Application CLOSED! Panther Pride Application

The Humanities Summer Bridge Program is a 5-week academic program designed for incoming freshmen majoring in African American Studies, Psychology, Sociology, Social Work, History, Music, Political Science, Communications, and English. The Humanities bridge program provides incoming freshmen the chance to complete two college courses before the start of the fall semester. Upon completion, students will have 6 hours of college-level coursework. Students must be Texas residents (or a Non-Resident on a Presidential or Regents Scholarship) to participate.

Program Dates: To be determined
Program Format: On-Campus, Residential
Courses Offered: To be determined
Program Coordinator: Matthew Washington
For More Information: Please contact Dr. Matthew Washington at 936-261-2565, mawashington@pvamu.edu

Closed! Humanities Summer Bridge Program 2025 Application

The MathUp & WriteUP Summer Bridge Program is a summer program for entering freshmen for Fall 2025 who have not yet satisfied the requirements for the TSI exam. Students will receive personalized writing and mathematics instructions from highly trained professionals to jump-start their preparation for Freshman Composition and College Algebra.

Requirements:

  • Must attend PVAMU as a Freshman for Fall 2026
  • Have not satisfied the TSI reading, writing, and mathematic requirements

Students have the option to attend any of the 3 summer session dates:

Session 1: Monday – Thursday

Dates: To be determined

Application closing date for Session 1 – Closed 

Session 2: Monday – Thursday

Dates: To be determined

Application closing date for Session 2 – Closed

Session 3: Monday – Thursday

Dates: To be determined

Application closing date for Session 3 – Closed

Session Times:

Session 1: To be determined

Math UP (only) 9:00 am – 11:45 am (Morning Session)
Write UP (only) 12:15 pm – 3:00 pm (Afternoon Session)
Math UP & Write UP 9:00 am- 3:00 pm (All day with a 30-minute break)

Session 2: To be determined

Math UP (only) 9:00 am – 11:45 am (Morning Session)
Write UP (only) 12:15 pm – 3:00 pm (Afternoon Session)
Math UP & Write UP 9:00 am- 3:00 pm (All day with a 30-minute break)

Session 3: To be determined

Math UP (only) 9:00 am – 11:45 am (Morning Session)
Write UP (only) 12:15 pm – 3:00 pm (Afternoon Session)
Math UP & Write UP 9:00 am- 3:00 pm (All day with a 30-minute break)

Program Format: Online/Virtual

Program Coordinator: Kalandra Rankins
For Questions: Please contact Kalandra Rankins at 936-261-9741 or AEmathup@pvamu.edu

CLOSED! MathUp & WriteUP Summer Bridge Program 2025 Application

The Athletics Summer Bridge Program is a five (5) week program designed for incoming PVAMU freshman student-athletes who are interested in jump-starting their academic careers and to aid with the transition between high school and college. Participants will receive 6 hours of college-level coursework and will have early access to elite strength and conditioning. Students must be Texas residents (or Non-Resident on the Presidential or Regents Scholarship) to participate.

Program Dates: To be determined
Program Format: On-Campus, Residential
Courses Offered: To be determined
Program Coordinator: Please contact Anitra Addison at adaddison@pvamu.edu

There is no formal application for the Athletics Summer Bridge Program. Participation is by recommendation only, and incoming student-athletes must be nominated by their University Coach.

This program is required for all incoming Freshmen who wish to march in the Marching Storm.

Dates: To be determined

Program Format: On-Campus, Residential

Contact Information:

Click flyer for application to register: Application closed

The Bridge to STEM Teaching Program is a 5-week virtual summer bridge experience with residency days. It is designed for incoming students majoring in Biology, Chemistry, Mathematics, or Physics who are willing to consider secondary STEM teaching as a career option. Participants will complete 6 hours of college-level coursework and engage in other learning experiences (academic and professional support workshops and STEM field trips) with faculty from the College of Education and the College of Arts and Sciences. After the summer, students will be encouraged to participate in the PVU Teach Program, where they further can explore teaching as a profession. Students also will be invited to participate in additional academic and professional support workshops and STEM field trips. Students must be Texas residents (or non-residents on a Presidential or Regents Scholarship) to participate. (Funded by NSF Award # 2243510.)

Program Dates: To be determined
Program Format: Virtual with Residency Days
Courses Offered: To be determined
Program Coordinator: Dr. Camille Burnett and Dr. Laurette Foster
For More Information: csburnett@pvamu.edu or lbfoster@pvamu.edu

Flyer Bridge To STEM Teaching Program 2025

Application Closed: https://pvamu.co1.qualtrics.com/jfe/form/SV_0dmMl20ZTtpUu6G

Major Specific Summer Programs 

The Whitlowe R. Green Teacher Education Summer Bridge Program is a 5-week academic residential program designed for incoming students majoring in Teacher Education. Participants will have the opportunity to complete six hours (two courses) of college-level curriculum and instruction courses, participate in academic and professional enhancement workshops and engage in projects with teacher education faculty and other teacher education students. Students must be Texas residents (or a Non-Resident on a Presidential or Regents Scholarship) to participate.

Program Dates: To be determined
Program Format: On-Campus, Residential
Courses Offered: To be determined
Program Coordinator: Dr. Vonda Oliver
For More Information: Please contact Dr. Oliver at VDOliver@PVAMU.EDU, 936-261-3684

Application Closed! Teacher Education Summer Bridge Program 2025 Application

The School of Public and Allied Health Summer Bridge Program is a 5-week academic, residential program designed for incoming students majoring in Public and Allied Health. Prairie View A&M University became the first Historically Black College and University in Texas to offer the program where students will receive comprehensive education through courses on health promotion, disease prevention, epidemiology, athletic/exercise performance, nutrition and more. Participants will have the opportunity to complete six hours (two courses) of college-level curriculum and instruction courses, take part in academic and professional enhancement workshops, and engage in projects with Public and Allied Health faculty. Students must be Texas residents (or a Non-Resident on a Presidential or Regents Scholarship) to participate.

Program Dates: To be determined
Program Format: On-Campus, Residential
Courses Offered: To be determined
Program Coordinator: Celina Banks
For More Information: Please contact Celina Banks at crbanks@pvamu.edu Or (936) 249-6830

Application Closed! School of Public and Allied Health Summer Bridge Program 2025 Application

The Agriculture, Food, and Natural Resources JumpStart Program is a five-week Summer Session II academic program designed for incoming freshmen in the College of Agriculture, Food, and Natural Resources. The program is free of charge to participants and prepares students for degrees and careers in agriculture, food, and natural resources. Participants will receive 6 hours of college-level coursework. After the summer, this program will transition into a 2-Year Learning Community, where each semester students will be given a schedule of two or three classes they will take together as a cohort. Students must be Texas residents (or a Non-Resident on a Presidential or Regents Scholarship) to participate.

Program Dates: To be determined
Program Format: On-Campus, Residential
Courses Offered: To be determined
Program Coordinator: Tenelnger Abrom-Johnson
For More Information: Please contact Mrs. Abrom-Johnson at 936-261-2509, tdabrom-johnson@pvamu.edu

Application Closed! Agriculture & Nutrition Summer JumpStart Bridge Program 2025 Application

The Architectural Concept Institute (ACI) is a 10-week summer bridge program designed to give high-achieving incoming freshman students an opportunity to immerse themselves in the study of architecture. Participants will receive 6 hours of college-level coursework. After the summer, this program will transition into a 2-Year Learning Community, where each semester students will be given a schedule of two or three classes they will take together as a cohort. Students must be Texas residents (or a Non-Resident on a Presidential or Regents Scholarship) to participate.

Program Dates: To be determined
Program Format: On-Campus, Residential
Courses Offered: To be determined
Program Coordinator: John Okello
For More Information: Please contact Professor John Okello at 936-261-9831, jaokello@pvamu.edu

Application Closed! Architectural Concept Institute (ACI) Summer Bridge Program 2025 Application

The PreMedical Concept Institute (PCI) is an intensive 10-week summer program for freshman students majoring in biology and interested in pursuing careers in medicine, dentistry, veterinary medicine, allied health disciplines, and biomedical sciences. Participants will receive 6 hours of college-level coursework. After the summer, this program will transition into a 2-Year Learning Community, where each semester students will be given a schedule of two or three classes they will take together as a cohort. Students must be Texas residents (or a Non-Resident on a Presidential or Regents Scholarship) to participate.

Program Dates: To be determined
Program Format: On-Campus, Residential
Courses Offered: To be determined
Program Coordinator: Charcacia Sanders
For More Information: Please contact Dr. Charcacia Sanders at 936-261-3162, ctsanders@pvamu.edu

Application Closed! PreMedical Concept Institute (PCI) Summer Bridge Program 2025 Application

The Business Scholars Summer Program (BSSP) is a 5-week academic experience designed for incoming business majors. Participants will have the opportunity to complete six hours (two courses) of college-level business courses, participate in academic and professional enhancement workshops and engage in projects with business faculty and other business students. After the summer, this program will transition into a 2-Year Learning Community, where each semester students will be given a schedule of two or three classes they will take together as a cohort. Students must be Texas residents (or a Non-Resident on a Presidential or Regents Scholarship) to participate.

Program Dates: To be determined
Program Format: On-Campus, Residential
Courses Offered: To be determined
Program Coordinator: Carolyn Davis and Daniel Kennebrew
For More Information: Please contact Dr. Davis at 936-261-9237 or email business-summerprograms@pvamu.edu

Application CLOSED! 2025 Business Scholars Summer Bridge Program Application

The College of Engineering Enhancement Institute (CE2I) is an innovative and intensive 5 -week summer bridge-to-college program designed to prepare students for the rigors of an Engineering, Computer Science, or Technology Curriculum and to aid with the transition between high school and college. Participants will receive 6 hours of college-level coursework. After the summer, this program will transition into a 2-Year Learning Community, where each semester students will be given a schedule of two or three classes they will take together as a cohort. Students must be Texas residents (or a Non-Resident on a Presidential or Regents Scholarship) to participate.

Program Dates: To be determined
Program Format: On-Campus, Residential
Courses Offered: To be determined
Program Coordinator: Jasmine Murry-Conner
For More Information: Please contact Jasmine Murry-Conner at 936-261-9945, jamurry@pvamu.edu

Waitlist applicant: College of Engineering Enhancement Institute (CE2I) Summer Bridge Program 2025 Application

Application Status: CLOSED

The College of Juvenile Justice Summer Bridge Program is a 5-week program designed to give incoming freshman students an opportunity to immerse themselves in the field of Juvenile Justice. The program offers two courses, with credits being applied toward an undergraduate degree in Juvenile Justice. Participants will receive 6 hours of college-level coursework. After the summer, this program will transition into a 2-Year Learning Community, where each semester students will be given a schedule of two or three classes they will take together as a cohort. Students must be Texas residents (or a Non-Resident on a Presidential or Regents Scholarship) to participate.

Program Dates: To be determined
Program Format: On-Campus, Residential
Courses Offered: To be determined
Program Coordinator: Dr. Serita Whiting
For More Information: Please contact Dr. Serita Whiting at 936-261-5230, srwhiting@pvamu.edu

Application Closed! Justice Studies Summer Bridge Program 2025 Application

The Begin Success in Nursing Program is a 5-week program designed for exceptional incoming freshmen students who plan to pursue a nursing major, at the PVAMU College of Nursing (CON) and ultimately join the nursing profession. The experience includes campus life immersion, tools for college success, community service learning, civility, Texas Medical Center tours, HESI A2. tips (CON admission exam) and more. Participants will receive 6 hours of college-level coursework. After the summer, this program will transition into a 2-Year Learning Community, where each semester students will be given a schedule of two or three classes they will take together as a cohort. Students must be Texas residents (or a Non-Resident on a Presidential or Regents Scholarship) to participate.

Program Dates: To be determined
Program Format: On-Campus, Residential
Courses Offered: To be determined
Program Coordinator: Dr. Antonea’ Jackson
For Questions: Please Contact Dr. Jackson at 713-797-7046, acjackson@pvamu.edu

Application Closed! Begin Success in Nursing Summer Bridge Program 2025 Application