Summer Bridge Program

Program Description:

The Summer Bridge Program at Rio Hondo College is designed to help incoming first-year students make a smooth transition from high school to college. First, students will attend a half-day Summer Bridge Program orientation that includes an introduction to the campus as well as Summer Bridge and new Avance (First-Year) programs, important guidance on Fall 2020 Priority Registration for classes, and assistance with necessary logistical student issues (including college fees, financial aid, parking permits or bus passes, photo IDs, etc.). Next, students will participate in a five-week Summer Bridge program session, which students will enroll into a summer 2020 college credit general education course. During Summer Bridge, students will learn about a variety of programs (including Honors program, Study Abroad, EOP&S, Police Academy, and MESA) and services such as the Student Success and Dream Center, Tutoring, the Career Center, and Transfer Center. Students will get assistance with tutoring and will work with a peer mentor to participate in team-building activities and gain insight into college life. Participation in the program is FREE, and lunch is included. Attendance for the entire five-week session is mandatory for completing the program.

Benefits of the Program:

FREE Tuition, Student Fees, Textbook, Parking and Lunch
Summer 2020 College Credit General Education Course
Guided Advisement and Financial Aid
Enrichment Activities, Peer mentors, and Tutoring

Requirements for Student Participation:

Spring 2020 High School Graduate
Applied to Rio Hondo College for Summer 2020
Complete 2019-2020 FAFSA or CA Dream Act Application
Submit a Summer Bridge Program Online Application (see application link below)
Attend a Mandatory Program Orientation

Important Program Dates:

Attend one of the following Mandatory Summer Bridge Program Orientations:

Saturday, May 9, 2020 from 9 am- 1 pm
Saturday, May 16, 2020 from 9 am -1 pm
Tuesday, May 19, 2020 from 3 pm – 7 pm
Online version may become available in April – (updated information will be provided to students who submit a Summer Bridge application via the link below)

Summer Bridge Program Session:

July 6, 2020 – August 6, 2020 / Monday-Thursday, 8:00 a.m.-4:00 p.m.

Application Process (extended DEADLINE: April 30, 2020):

Click here to apply for the Summer Bridge Program 2020!
Check your email for an immediate program registration confirmation and then periodically (such as twice monthly) for follow-up emails about important next steps from Summer Bridge Program email account.
Attend your designated Summer Bridge Orientation date, which will confirm your spot in Summer Bridge.
Attend all five- weeks of the Summer Bridge program. A Summer Bridge certificate of completion will be awarded to you on the last day of your program session.

Program Flyer:

A summary of the information for the 2020 Summer Bridge Program is available in this flyer:

Summer Bridge & Avance Flyer 2020-2021

Apply to be a Peer Mentor:

Summer Bridge would not function without its team of highly motivated and extraordinary Peer Mentors who are current or former Rio Hondo College students. This is a great opportunity to make new friends and new connections while developing leadership skills alongside a teamwork ethic. The Peer Mentor position is paid and looks great when applying for jobs or when transferring. Positions are very limited. See the application for complete eligibility details. All application materials must be submitted to Elizabeth Telles in room LR201 by 4:00 pm on March 4th, 2020 Incomplete applications will not be considered. For questions about the Peer Mentor position or application, please fill out the contact form below:

PEER MENTOR Application Form 2020