Apply for the Bridge Program!
The Bridge requires an application and acceptance process. The SOU Bridge Program is only available to students graduating from an Oregon high school. Special consideration will be given to students who bring equity strengths to our campus, including students from low-income families, students representing groups that have been historically underrepresented at colleges and universities, students who will be the first in their family to graduate from college, and students who have overcome extraordinary challenges.
To express interest in the SOU Bridge Program, please apply with your information. We will contact you to let you know if you have been selected to participate in the program. Please note: you must also complete the application for admission to SOU.
We are looking for nominations of students with potential to consider for this program. The SOU Bridge Program is only available to students graduating from an Oregon high school. Special consideration will be given to students who bring equity strengths to our campus, including students from low-income families, students representing groups that have been historically underrepresented at colleges and universities, students who will be the first in their family to graduate from college, and students who have overcome extraordinary challenges.
If you know any students who would benefit from our Bridge Program, please click the button below to complete the form to nominate a student for the SOU Bridge Program. We will contact the student with more information about the program; students who are a good match will be encouraged to apply.
Bridge Program – Frequently Asked Questions
Who is eligible?
The SOU Bridge Program is available to students graduating from an Oregon high school. Special consideration will be given to students who bring equity strengths to our campus, including students from low-income families, students representing groups that have been historically underrepresented at colleges and universities, students who will be the first in their family to graduate from college, and students who have overcome extraordinary challenges.
When is the pre-Fall session?
The date of Bridge Program’s pre-Fall session starts Monday, September 15th, 2025. Bridge students who will be living in the residence halls will move into their permanent rooms during this session. The early residential activities lead into the Week of Welcome events.
What is the schedule for the pre-Fall session?
2025 Bridge Program Agenda
A more detailed schedule will be provided via email. Students, with a limit of one family member each, will be encouraged to join us for a welcome dinner and introduction to SOU on Monday, September 15th, 2025.
Monday, September 15
8:30 AM – Check-in/Move-in
5:30 PM – Welcome to SOU Dinner (students and families)
7:30 PM – Introduction to Bridge Program and SOU: Family (Transitions) / Students (Expectations)
Tuesday, September 16th through Friday, September 19th
Bridge workshops and social activities
Friday, September 19th
Week of Welcome begins for all first-year students
Contact SOU Admissions
SOU Office of Admissions
1250 Siskiyou Blvd.
Ashland, OR 97520
541.552.6411 (local)
855.470.3377 (toll-free)
541.552.8403 (fax)
admissions@sou.edu
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