SBP Frequently Asked Questions
Yes. All incoming EOP first-year students are required to participate in the Summer Bridge Program. EOP Summer Bridge will prepare you to understand the program requirements and the importance of being an EOP student. Summer Bridge will also prepare you for fall classes and promote a successful transition to CSULB.
EOP will offer a one-week commuter session and two one-week residential sessions of the Summer Bridge Program.
Commuter Session: Monday July 8, 2024 – Wednesday July 10, 2024
Residential Session 1: Sunday, July 14th – Friday, July 19th
Residential Session 2: Sunday, July 21st – Friday, July 26th
EOP Commuter Bridge is a three-day commuter program to be held in-person. Similar to our Residential program, students will participate in academic workshops and engagement activities. Please note, students will NOT be living in the dorms.
The EOP Summer Bridge Program is an in-person orientation to the campus and will consist of a residential experience. Students will live on-campus in the residence hall (dorms) and will participate in academic workshops, enrichment, and engagement activities throughout the week.
Students will live on-campus in the residence halls (dorms) and will be provided with a double occupancy room. Roommates will be assigned by EOP. Students will have access to the dining hall for breakfast, lunch, and dinner throughout the week.
No, the Summer Bridge Program is absolutely free of charge.
No. The COVID-19 vaccine is not required, but Strongly recommended.
All rooms are furnished with a bed, dresser, desk, chair, bookshelf, wastebasket, closet, and mirror for each resident. Students must provide their own blankets bedspreads, towels, sheets, pillow(s)/pillowcases and study lamps (no halogen lamp).
Below is a list of recommended items to make your stay comfortable:
- Clothes for the week / clothes hangers
- Towels and washcloth
- Toiletries: Toothbrush, toothpaste, soap, deodorant, shampoo, etc.
- Shoes / Slippers
- Sheets (twin extra-long 80" x 34")
- Pillow(s) / Pillowcase(s)
- Blanket / Bedspread
- Alarm clock
- Phone charger
- Photo ID / proof of health insurance
- Backpack or book bag
*Stereos, refrigerators, and other appliances are NOT allowed. Pets are NOT allowed in the dorms.
You will be required to have overnight parking permit to park on campus during Summer Bridge. Due to limited space, we encourage all students to NOT bring a car during Residential Summer Bridge. Please contact eop-admissions@csulb.edu if you have any questions regarding parking.
A student may be excused on a case-by-case basis and at the discretion of the EOP program. A student must have an extenuated circumstance that prevents them from attending the Summer Bridge Program. Supporting documentation will be required. Please contact EOP Admissions at eop-admissions@csulb.edu for more information.
