Building Retention in Doctoral Graduate Education
Description
BRIDGE (Building Retention in Doctoral Graduate Education) is designed to support new UF Ph.D. students as they transition into their doctoral studies. Formerly known as the BOE (Board of Education) summer program, BRIDGE offers resources, workshops, and networking opportunities to ensure a smooth and successful start to your academic journey. Through a blend of virtual and in-person programming, BRIDGE provides academic enrichment, peer networking, and essential skills to thrive in graduate school.
Details
- The program begins in the Summer B Semester with online instruction, delivered via the BRIDGE Canvas Course, covering essential topics such as academic writing, statistics, and research methodologies.
- Following the online component, students attend in-person sessions on campus for two weeks, where they participate in face-to-face workshops. Additional benefits include access to UF campus resources, writing support, and early access to mentoring.
- Participants receive funding to cover housing and some meals during the in-person sessions (if applicable).
- Participants who fulfill the program requirements will be awarded a small stipend at the beginning of fall semester to support their academic transition.
- Participants engage in three non-credit courses over a six-week period.
- Additional benefits include access to UF campus resources, writing support, and early access to mentoring.
Eligibility & Requirements
- You must be a newly admitted Ph.D. student at the University of Florida.
- You must have received your admission offer by June 1, 2025 to be eligible.
- You must commit to participating in virtual and in-person sessions, an average of five to eight hours per week
- You must be enrolled for the upcoming fall semester as a full-time doctoral student.
- Applicants with diverse experiences and perspectives are welcome to join our community!
Deadlines & Critical Dates
- Apply early!
- The deadline to apply for this program is May 1, 2025.
- This program’s online sessions run June 30 through August 1, 2025.
- This program’s in-person sessions run August 4 through August 15, 2025.
Application & Instructions
- The BRIDGE 2025 Application form will go live here on Monday, February 3, 2025.
- Apply by Thursday, May 1, 2025.
Questions?
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