Bridge to Scholars Program
Bridge to AOS Scholars provides an opportunity for Summer Bridge participants to transition into the AOS Scholars program for the upcoming fall and spring semesters.
The AOS Scholars program is a fall and spring semester cohort for AOS-qualifying students: first-generation, low-income or students of
color. This program aims to close the achievement gap and increase retention among underrepresented and under-served students.
Participants will be enrolled in 15 credits for the fall and spring semesters, including a choice of five credits for the fall and fifteen credits for the spring. In addition, a tuition waiver will be applied for the cost of three credits; however, students are obligated to pay fees for those courses.
AOS Summer Bridge Classes
| Course # | Course Name | Credits |
|---|---|---|
| JUAD 220 | Criminal Justice & Pop Culture | 3 CREDITS |
| THTR 220 | Film & Television Appreciation | 3 CREDITS |
| PE 149 | Strength & Conditioning | 1 CREDITS |
| GLBL 099 | Global Issues & Events | 1 CREDITS |
| 8 Credits Waived | ||
AOS Scholar Classes - Fall
| Course # | Course Name | Credits |
|---|---|---|
| Student's Choice | 5 CREDITS | |
| LEP 101* | FYS - Discover. Engage. Lead | 3 CREDITS |
| COMM 110 | Essentials of Speaking & Listening | 3 CREDITS |
| ENG 151 | Academic Writing | 4 CREDITS |
| JUAD 144 | Intro to Justice & Society | 3 CREDITS |
| 3 Credits Waived | ||
Projected Cost*
| Item Name | Cost / Credit |
|---|---|
| Summer & Fall Tuition: 23 Credits (banded + additional over 18) | $5,945.00 |
| Student Fees | $888.72 |
| Summer Bridge Costs | $1,627.12 |
| Projected Spring Semester Tuition Cost (15 Credits) | $5,061.16 |
| Estimated Total | $13,522.00 |
| 11 Credits Waived | -$2,805.00 |
| STUDENT'S RESPONSIBILITY | $10,717.00 |
*Tuition is based upon an estimate and will be finalized in the coming months. SMSU reserves the right to change tuition and fee costs.
FY 25 Rates were used for this estimate and are subject to change.
Contact Information
Contact Michele Knife Sterner at Michele.Sterner@smsu.edu, call 507-537-7382, or apply online at www.smsu.edu/go/aos
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