EOP Summer Bridge Program

Building a bridge from where you’ve been to where you’re going.

Getting Started

EOP provides a Summer Bridge experience to assist with the transition to our university. Participation in this program is mandatory in order to be fully accepted into the University at Buffalo. Our program will be delivered in a five week on-campus fully-immersive format. We will ensure that each student is accommodated appropriately during this time with the necessary equipment and resources for success.

During the program, each learner can expect to be acclimated to the rigor and demands of academic life as a UB student. The program will include (but is not limited to) credit-bearing course offerings and workshops to strengthen academic and personal wellness skills. Students will also enjoy opportunities to engage interactively with peers and UB faculty/staff.

The summer program will take place July 5-August 8, 2025. 

Incoming Student Checklist

#1: COMPLETE TO-DO-LIST TASKS

Refer to the To Do List Guide to complete all to do list items (including the Financial Aid Agreement Hold and your Profile Information Hold).

#2: DEPOSITS (Intent to enroll)

EOP students will receive a waiver for both the admissions and the housing deposits.

#3: ORIENTATION DATA FORM

Must be submitted to register for Fall semester.

Form must be submitted prior to arrival on campus.

#4: PROOF OF IMMUNIZATION

You must provide proof of MMR & Meningitis immunizations

NOTE: You cannot be registered for classes without Proof of Immunization and a completed Orientation Data Form

#5: REGISTER FOR EOP SUMMER BRIDGE PROGRAM

Monday, July 5, and run through August 8.  The EOP Summer Program is FREE!

IMPORTANT: You MUST complete the Summer Bridge Program with a 2.50 or better cumulative grade point average to attend the University at Buffalo in the Fall

#6: EOP LIABILITY RELEASE FORM

Download the Liability Release Form Download pdf(261 KB), sign, and upload using the "Document Upload Center". 

#7: SUBMIT SUMMER PROGRAM MEAL INCOME ELIGIBILITY FORM

Income Eligibility Form Summer Food Service Program Download pdf(241 KB)

#8: SUBMIT UB CARD PHOTO

All UB students are required to have a photo identification card. Save the hassle of having it taken on campus and send us your selfie!

#9: COMPLETE THE MATH READINESS ASSESSMENT (MRA)

Complete the Math Readiness Assessment (MRA) as soon as possible in order for your academic advisor to enroll you in the appropriate first-semester math course.

Schedule your MRA.

#10: FINANCIAL AID

Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA) School Code: 002837. Tuition Assistance Program (TAP): School Code: 1010.

#11: HOUSING APPLICATION

Complete your housing application so you will have a place to live for the upcoming academic year

Call UB Campus Living atf 716-645-2171 to defer your $300 housing deposit.

Important Documents

Items to Bring to Summer Bridge

Items to bring list Download pdf(74 KB).

NOTE: ITEMS OUTLINED IN THIS DOCUMENT WILL BE STRICTLY ENFORCED!

Register for Summer Bridge

First-Year Freshman Summer Bridge registration

Document Upload Center

Before uploading your documents, review each to ensure:

  • Your file name is in the following format: your person number, followed by your last name, the file name, and then the computer generated extension. (ex. 12345678_Johnson_2019TaxReturn.pdf). Processing will be delayed if your file name is not in this format. Including your UB Person Number in your file name ensures we can contact you regarding unsuccessful uploads.
  • Important! We are not able to accept HEIC file formatted documents from iPhones, zipped files, password protected files, or internet files. Acceptable file formats are .pdf, .jpg, .jpeg and .docx.
  • Your UB Person Number is written at the top of each page.
  • All sections of UB forms are complete.
  • Review the file to ensure it is clear and legible.
  • Handwritten signatures are included where requested.

Directions on Uploading Documents

  1. Select Browse Your Device to get started.
  2. Select your document for upload from your device.
  3. Review your file name and verify it is in the correct format.
  4. Ensure your file name is in the following format: your person number, followed by your last name and then the file name (ex. 12345678_Johnson_2019TaxReturn.pdf). Processing will be delayed if your file name is not in this format.
  5. Verify your file is an acceptable file format. Acceptable file formats are .txt, .pdf, .jpg, .jpeg, .png and .docx.
  6. Enter your email address.
  7. Click upload to complete.