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51ÁÔÆæ’s Office of Undergraduate Admissions recommends this program for students who are not admissible to their program of choice and who could benefit from focused support, especially with their math and English coursework. By beginning in FYB, which is a required pathway for admission into 51ÁÔÆæ, students have the opportunity to earn their 51ÁÔÆæ degree. 

Yes, FYB students are considered full-time students. And like all full-time students, you’ll be seeking a degree and qualify for financial aid. Because the Academic Access Programming unit administers 51ÁÔÆæ’s associate degree, while in the program, you are considered an associate degree seeking student. By successfully completing the program, you will transition into a different program and be considered a baccalaureate (i.e., bachelor’s) degree-seeking student.

FYB students enjoy smaller classes taught by expert teacher-scholars, are supported by frequent access to their academic advisors and program success coach, and have writing/math support built into their regular class schedule. FYB students also pay the tuition rates that previously applied to associate degree programs, saving money on their way to a degree.

As do all 51ÁÔÆæ students, FYB students have access to various university resources, including University Housing, the Student Health and Wellness Center a²Ô»å University Recreation.

Students who successfully complete all Bridge coursework without dropping any classes in their first two semesters should have at least 24 credits by the end of their first year. All credits earned count toward graduation.

Students can expect to take English 101 in their first semester and English 102 in their second semester. Completing this sequence satisfies the university-wide writing requirement.

Students are placed in a math course corresponding to your initial math placement score. Most students will enroll in L&S NS 100. Given your performance in this course, you will be placed in the appropriate second course: MATH 92/102, MATH 98/108, MATH 103, or MATH 105. That test will result in either you satisfying the university-wide math requirement or placing you in the most appropriate math course for satisfying it.

Most 51ÁÔÆæ students spend their first year fulfilling their general education requirements. These classes include: English, math, humanities, social science, and natural sciences.

Classes taken while in FYB will satisfy many general education requirements. After completing the program, you’ll have more classes to choose from and begin to work on requirements specific to your major. 

Every student’s academic journey is different. While in FYB, you will take classes that will count toward your undergraduate degree. 

It is possible to complete many degrees in four years. This is true of any 51ÁÔÆæ student. However, some majors have specific requirements, such as field placements, internships and practicums, that — when combined with required classes — make them more challenging to finish in four years. 

If you want to shorten your time in college, you can consider taking classes during the summer or UWinteriM. Talk to your advisor about the best path for you. 

Yes, but FYB students are like all other 51ÁÔÆæ students when applying to specific programs. Each undergraduate program has its own grade point average and other entry requirements which must be met for admission to it. Your advisor will help you find the program that is right for you.