For students transitioning to higher education
Mission: The GED Scholars Initiative Bridge Program supports GED graduates planning to attend KSU by providing advice and information about procedures and processes for being accepted into college, as well as resources on financial aid and academic policies and programs. Potential students have the opportunity to ask questions and receive information on anything related to transitioning into and attending Kent State University.
What: A five step process has been created to help make the transition to higher education much easier and you are invited to attend the Bridge Program of the GED Scholars Initiative:
Day 1 Receive information about Admissions and Financial Aid
Day 2 Learn about Academic Counseling and take a Campus Tour
Day 3 Shadow a KSU Student (to be arranged by appointment)
Day 4 Develop Study Strategies for College
Day 5 Begin the Application Process
When: The Bridge Program will be offered in both the Fall and Spring semesters and are usually held between 9:00 a.m. and 3:00 p.m. Specific dates and times TBA. Breakfast and lunch provided.
Where: The Bridge Program is held at the Ohio Literacy Resource Center (OLRC) Conference Room, Research 1 Building, 1100 Summit Street, Kent, Ohio 44242.
With completion of all five sessions you will receive a fee waiver for the KSU admissions application and a $300 Book Scholarship towards your first semester.
To find out more about the college experience and your future enrollment at Kent State University, simply contact the GED Scholars Initiative at 330-672-4649 or email cwhite@literacy.kent.edu.
