The AU Advantage Summer Bridge Program (AUA) assists first- year students in transitioning from high school to college- personally, academically and socially- by getting a jumpstart on their academics and college experience. Students accepted into the AUA Program at Alfred University are required to participate in a Pre- First Year Summer Program. This program is designed to assist students in gaining an understanding of the demands and challenges that come with college enrollment and introduce them to the University campus and its surrounding community. Students earn credits towards graduation by taking a “Dynamics of Student Success” course along with one other course predetermined by major.
A $300 deposit for fall semester enrollment is due by May 1, or within two weeks of admission notification for those accepted after May 1. Students enrolling in January should submit the deposit by December 15, or within two weeks of acceptance if notified after December 15. Of the $300 deposit, $100 is credited toward matriculated students’ first semester charges and $200 is held throughout a student’s enrollment. This is returned, less any unpaid University charges, after graduation or withdrawal (if done in accordance with established procedures). The $300 deposit is non-refundable to those who choose not to attend Alfred University after May 1.