Osprey First Summer Bridge Program

Osprey First Additional Information

• How are students admitted into Osprey First?

  Currently, there are two ways to be admitted into Osprey First:

  • When students apply for our Summer or Fall term, and whose GPA/test score combination meets the criteria for an alternate admission path, they will be automatically admitted into the Osprey First Program. 
  • Students who have already been admitted to a future term may be invited to join the Osprey First Program. 
• Can I decline the Osprey First Summer Bridge acceptance and still be admitted to UNF?

  Unfortunately, not. Students are admitted to the Osprey First Program because we believe it is the best path to student success.

  If you apply to a standard Summer or Fall term but are offered admission into the Osprey First Program, you must participate or your admission will be canceled. 

  Students who do not want to participate are welcome to reapply for a future term as transfer students or can submit updated ACT/SAT scores and grades for reevaluation. 

• Are there conditions to participating in Osprey First?

  Students must successfully complete the program to be able to increase their enrollment to full-time for the Fall semester. Successful completion means:

  • Passing all Osprey First courses (6 credit hours) with a C or better
  • Participation in enrichment activities, as required

   

  Don't forget that successful completion also means you'll earn a $500 grant for your Fall semester!

• Do I have to live on-campus during Osprey First?
  Although living on campus is not required, it is strongly recommended. Students who choose to live on campus will be guaranteed a housing contract for the Summer B semester. 
• What if I have already earned college credits through Dual Enrollment, AP, IB and/or AICE?

  If you have already earned college credit through dual enrollment, AP, IB or AICE, you can still participate in Osprey First.  In fact, Osprey First was designed to be flexible so students like you can maximize the benefits of the program to fit your educational goals.

  Students in the Summer Bridge Program will have up to 22 different course blocks to pick from when registering. These blocks will include combinations of general education requirements in English, math, social sciences and the humanities.

  During New Student Orientation, your academic advisor will take everything into account, including your areas of strength, course credit being brought in from accelerated mechanisms, and your career goals. They will then help you register for the appropriate course block. 

• Can I complete the Osprey First program solely online?

  Because of the comprehensive nature of the program, both inside and outside of the classroom, Osprey First participants will complete their coursework in person, on campus.

• Who can I contact if I have questions?

  You can contact the Office of Admissions if you have questions about your admission into Osprey First. 
  
  Email: admissions@unf.edu
  Phone: (904) 620-1111