The ConocoPhillips Academic Success Bridge Program
July 6 - August 8, 2008
About the ConocoPhillips Academic Success Bridge Program
The ConocoPhillips Academic Success Bridge program provides you study skills training, academic preparation, tutoring, mentoring, and other academic support services. The program offers courses based on the your results from the Texas Tech chemistry and mathematics placement exams. It starts the summer before your freshman year, and continues through your first year at Texas Tech.
Studies show that you are more likely to get better grades, stay in engineering, and get better, higher paying jobs if:
- You have enhanced study skills before starting college
- You understand how your engineering degree can be used. The ConocoPhillips Bridge program helps you with each of these areas.
The ConocoPhillips Bridge program is for you if you think you need a little help getting into the college rhythm. The resources allow you to take one or two courses in the summer with intense academic support. After completing the summer bridge experience, you can arrive in the fall with one or two required courses completed, enhanced confidence, and preparation to be successful in engineering. ConocoPhillips scholarships are awarded by the Bridge Scholarship Committee based on financial need, application and scholarship essay and other criteria established by the scholarship committee..
When is Bridge?
Bridge is offered during the Texas Tech University Summer Session II (second summer session). The second summer school session is from Tuesday, July 8 to Wednesday, August 6, 2008. Students may move in to Murray Hall on Sunday, July 6. On Monday, July 7, parents/guardians are encouraged to attend the Welcome to Bridge Orientation. Final exams are Thursday, August 7 and Friday, August 8.
July Schedule
| Sunday, July 6 | Residence Hall Move-in |
| Monday, July 7 | Welcome to Bridge Orientation |
| Tuesday, July 8 | Bridge Classes Begin |
August Schedule
| Wednesday, August 6 | Last Day of Classes |
| Thursday, August 7 | Final Exams |
| Friday, August 8 | Final Exams |
| Saturday, August 9 | Move into Fall Semester Residence Hall |
How to Apply
ConocoPhillips Academic Success Bridge Program and Scholarship Application
A ConocoPhillips Bridge program and scholarship application must be completed to be considered for enrollment in the Bridge Program. After acceptance into the Bridge program, a $200 deposit is required to guarantee a place before May 15. After this date, the deposit does not guarantee a place in the Bridge program.
Scholarships and Financial Aid
Estimated costs for the Bridge program are as follows:
| Tuition and Fees for Six Credit Hours | $1,550.00 |
| Residence Hall Fee | $728.00 |
| Meals | $489.00 |
| Estimated Book Cost | $533.00 |
Total |
$3,300.00 |
Twenty-five $2,000 scholarships are available to be awarded based on financial need, essay and other criteria established by the scholarship committee.
Scholarship applications are available to all students who have been accepted to the Bridge program. The deadline is April 25 for early consideration. Only students who have completed a FAFSA (Free Application for Federal Student Aid) are eligible for a Bridge scholarship.
Students can complete a 2008 Summer Application for possible additional TTU summer financial aid. The summer financial aid is separate from the fall/spring financial aid package.
Things to do
Complete the following steps to be a part of the Bridge program:
- Apply for the Bridge program
- If accepted, you will receive an acceptance letter. Upon acceptance, review the materials, sign, and return the letter with a $200 Deposit. (You will be guaranteed a place in the Bridge program if your deposit is received by May 15)
- Apply for financial aid by completing a FAFSA and a 2008 Summer Application.
- Take the Chemistry and Math placement exams.
Frequently Asked Questions
What courses will I take and what will happen during Bridge?
Most Bridge students will take:
- Introduction to Engineering - (ENGR 1315)
and a math course based on results from the TTU Math Placement Exam. Math courses will include:
- College Algebra - (MATH 1320)
- Trigonometry - (MATH 1321)
- Calculus I - (MATH 1352)
- Calculus II - (MATH 2350)
- Introductory Chemistry - (CHEM 1301)
- Principles of Chemistry I - (CHEM 1307)
- Principles of Chemistry II - (CHEM 1308)
- Principles of Physics I - (PHYS 1408)
- Principles of Physics II - (PHYS 2401)
Students will be limited to two courses during the Bridge Program. Current engineering students will provide supplemental instruction during the one hour discussion sessions of the math and engineering classes. Engineering mentors will provide guidance and support for the transition from high school to college during the Bridge Program and throughout the fall semester. Other activities are planned for students to get to know the TTU campus resources, the Lubbock community and supportive fun activities.
What New Student Orientation should I go to if I attend the Bridge Program?
As a new Texas Tech student, you are expected to attend a New Student Orientation. Additionally, to be a part of the Bridge program, you must attend the Welcome to Bridge Orientation on July 7.
You may attend any of the summer New Student Orientations (NSO). Please let us know if you do attend one so we can meet and greet you when you come to the College of Engineering. When you arrive for the Bridge program, you will attend the Welcome to Bridge Orientation, a brief orientation to get you the things you need to take second summer session classes and move into Murray Hall. The Welcome to Bridge Orientation will include:
- Setup eRaider and password
- Send copy of shot record to Student Health Services
- Confirm scholarships and financial aid for summer session – we will confirm the Bridge scholarship for you if you are awarded one.
- Be allowed to check on compliance with Texas Success Initiative
- Purchase parking permit for second summer session if necessary
- Take math and chemistry placement exams before starting Bridge.
- Murray Hall residence hall check-in
- Obtain Student ID
- Check with Student Business Services for paying the bill for second summer session if any is due
During the Bridge program, we will arrange for you to meet your advisor and sign up for the 2008 fall semester classes.
Should I change my enrollment date from 2008 Fall to the 2008 Summer II?
We will make the changes after you have been accepted to the Bridge program and paid your $200 deposit.
Why do I need to pay a $200 deposit?
After you are accepted to the Bridge program, we can guarantee your place with the $200 deposit. After May 15, we cannot guarantee you a place in the Bridge program.
When can I move into the residence hall for the fall semester?
Bridge Students can move into residence halls for the fall semester after Bridge final exams. Students may continue to live in their fall semester rooms the week after final exams with additional cost. Students will be responsible for their meals during the week between August 9 and August 17. Normal move in date for the fall semester is Sunday, August 17 for other engineering students.
I have other questions, who do I talk to?
If you have questions, contact John Rivera or Corri Navarrette by email or at 806.742.3451.
Information for mentors
If you are currently a College of Engineering student, visit the mentors site for more information.