EOP Summer Bridge Program
Building a bridge from where you’ve been to where you’re going.
About the EOP Summer Bridge Program
EOP provides a Summer Bridge experience to assist with the transition to our university. Participation in this program is mandatory for full acceptance into the University at Buffalo. Our program will be delivered in a five-week, fully-immersive on-campus format. We will ensure that each student is appropriately accommodated during this time, with the necessary equipment and resources for success.
During the program, each learner can expect to acclimate 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 - Aug. 7, 2026.
GETTING STARTED
Please complete the items below in the order of priority listed. All requirements MUST be fully completed by June 22, 2026.
Students who do not complete all listed items by the deadline will not be eligible to participate in the EOP Summer Bridge Program and will not be able to enroll at UB as an EOP student for the upcoming fall semester.
EOP students will receive a waiver for both the admissions and the housing deposits.
Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA) School Code: 002837.
Tuition Assistance Program (TAP): School Code: 1010.
You need to complete your housing application so you will have a place to live for the upcoming academic year. Call UB Campus Living at 716-645-2171 to defer your $300 housing deposit.
Refer to this guide to complete all to do list items (including the Financial Aid Agreement Hold and your Profile Information Hold).
NOTE: You cannot be registered for classes without Proof of Immunization and a completed Orientation Data Form.
Saturday, July 5 through Aug. 7. 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.
Complete the MRA as soon as possible in order for your academic advisor to enroll you in the appropriate first-semester math course. Schedule your MRA.
Once the form is completed, SAVE, and UPLOAD the document using the 'Document Upload Center'. Follow the instructions located at the bottom of the screen.
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!
Note: A Government State ID is needed in order to get your UB ID. If you don't have a Government photo ID, then please go to the Get a Non-Driver ID on the NY Department of Motor Vehicles website and follow the instructions.
NOTE: All EOP Summer Bridge participants are limited to a 2-BAG LIMIT. Policies and items outlined in this document will STRICTLY ENFORCED!
DOCUMENT UPLOAD CENTER
Directions for Uploading Documents
- Select Browse Your Device to get started.
- Select your document for upload from your device.
- Review your file name and verify it is in the correct format.
- Ensure your file name is in the following format: your UB 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.
- Verify that your file is in an acceptable format. Acceptable file formats are .txt, .pdf, .jpg, .jpeg, .png and .docx. (No HEIC file extensions).
- Enter your email address.
- Click upload to complete.