Summer Bridge Program
Educational Opportunity Program (EOP)
Cal Poly Pomona
Parent/Guardian Guide
Educational Opportunity Program
The Educational Opportunity Program (EOP) is the University’s first and most comprehensive access and
equity program. Established in 1969, the program serves California residents who meet income guidelines
and those students who demonstrate the potential and motivation to succeed at Cal Poly Pomona. EOP
provides the following services: Academic Advising, College Success Seminars, Tutoring, Peer
Advising/Mentoring, Student Development Services, Financial Aid (EOP Grant), and Summer Bridge Program.
Summer Bridge Program
Summer Bridge (SB) is a five-week (three-week residential and two-week commuter) program which assists
students’ transition from high school to the more challenging University environment. By participating in
Summer Bridge, students attend a Cal Poly Pomona class, build academic skills, develop friendships,
experience campus life, and become acquainted with campus departments and resources. Course work,
seminars, and student development opportunities help participants build essential skills and go on to be
successful Cal Poly Pomona students!
Costs & Expenses
The costs for three weeks of campus housing including meals as well as books are covered by Student Support
and Equity Programs (SSEP). Summer Quarter course registration fees will be covered by grants and
scholarships.
Students and parents, family, guardians should keep the following additional costs in mind as they are not
covered by the program:
• Linens and other items (see list of things to bring in Student Guide book)
• Snacks and beverages (outside of regular meal time)
• Extra spending money (no more than $50 is suggested)
• Laundry facilities: $.75 for washing, $.50 for drying
• PARKING: Daily Parking Permit – $8 a day, Monday through Friday (Lot F2); $5 a day on Saturday and
Sunday OR $154 for Summer Quarter first session Parking Permit (6/19-7/25). All parking permits must
be purchased with cash, MasterCard or VISA.
Note about cars during program: Summer Bridge is a CLOSED CAMPUS program; students will not be
leaving campus between Sunday and Thursday evenings during the residential program. Additionally, all
students with cars will be expected to turn in their car keys each Sunday during check-in to the program
coordinator.
• University Photo ID: $10 – with government issued photo I.D. (Driver’s License, California I.D., passport,
etc.) MUST BRING THIS I.D.
• $10-$15 to use the library printers.
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Weekend Stay (June 22 – 25 and June 29 – July 2)
Students living great distances from campus and needing to stay over on weekends during the residential
portion of Summer Bridge, will need to submit a formal request for consideration by the deadline for all
other Summer Bridge documents. Please call 909.869.3994 with questions.
Commuter Stay (July 6 – July 20)
Limited resources are available to sponsor select students during commuter stay. Requests must be
submitted by the deadline for the Summer Bridge application to be considered. Only students who are
selected can stay.
Classes, Workshops and Seminars
Summer Bridge students will be attending classes, workshops and seminars during the program. Due to the
fast pace of Summer Bridge, ATTENDANCE IS MANDATORY IN ALL CLASSES, WORKSHOPS AND SEMINARS.
Dental, doctor and other anticipated appointments should be planned either before or after Summer
Bridge, or on Fridays. Working is not allowed during the program.
Academic Advising Services
EOP functions as the academic home for our Undeclared majors (primary advising responsibility) and
provides supplemental advising for our declared majors (major department has the primary advising
responsibility for declared majors). EOP advisors will be facilitating a number of advising seminars during the
Summer Bridge Program. Students will be assigned an EOP advisor beginning fall quarter.
Life in the Residence Hall
All Summer Bridge students will stay in air-conditioned double rooms in a campus residence hall. Your
student will share a room with another student.
Visitations and Curfew
All Summer Bridge students MUST observe a 10:00 p.m. curfew in the residence hall. Students may be in
any part of the residence hall (lounge, study room, etc.) at this time, but they must be in the building. All
Summer Bridge students must be in their own rooms by 11:00 p.m. The Resident Advisors on duty will
conduct room checks to ensure all students are where they should be. Summer Bridge is a “CLOSED
CAMPUS” program. In order to ensure students’ safety and for the students to obtain the greatest benefit
from the program, participants will stay on campus from Sunday through Thursday. Families may briefly
visit their student’s room at check-in and check-out with approval of a staff member. There are no
visitation hours during the program.
Closed on Fridays
The campus will be closed and no classes will be held on Fridays during the summer.
Checking Out
Students are expected to check out of the residence hall every Thursday between 5:30 p.m.-8:00 p.m.
Students living long distances must submit a request for Weekend Stay consideration during the residential
portion of Summer Bridge by the deadline for the Summer Bridge application. Renaissance Scholars students
should contact Makeda Bostic at 909.869.3169, with any questions about Weekend Stay.
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Supervision
In addition to the Residence Life Coordinator, Resident Advisors (upper-division students hired to oversee
the program participants) are assigned to the floors to enforce the rules and regulations of the housing
department, create and supervise recreational activities for the residents, and act as mentors to the students.
Dining Facilities
Meals are served in Los Olivos Dining Commons. Breakfast, lunch and dinner are offered Mondays through
Thursdays; however, no dinner will be provided on Thursdays and Sundays through the Summer Bridge
program. Dinner for students will be provided on Sunday, June 18 (Opening Day) only.
Study Rooms
A “Study Room” is available so that students can study without interruption. Computers are available in the
library and at the 24-Hour Computer Commons. There is a charge for printing; however, students are
encouraged to bring their own paper. Students may wish to consider bringing a computer (and printer) if
they have one available. However, Summer Bridge is not responsible for any equipment that may be lost at
the residence hall.
Federal Family Educational Rights and Privacy Act (FERPA)
The Federal Family Educational Rights and Privacy Act of 1974 (FERPA) and the California Educational Code
set requirements which protect the privacy of students concerning the records maintained by the campus.
Therefore, the only people who have access to student records are the student and campus officials who
have legitimate need for the information. Parents will not be given information regarding student’s academic
progress by any campus employee.
Parental Support
For most students, college is an exciting time filled with personal growth and intellectual discovery. However,
the experience can also be confusing and, at times, overwhelming for students. For this reason, it is
important for families to be supportive of their students as they venture through this experience on the path
to educational advancement. You can support your student by doing the following:
Take time to talk to your student:
Believe it or not, your student would really appreciate you taking time to simply talk about his/her college
experience. This simple act will let your student know that you care about his/her education.
Don’t be too hard on your student:
Please keep in mind the many changes your student will experience during the first year of his/her college
experience. It is recommended that your student receive support and guidance, not criticism, as he/she
adjusts to his/her new environment.
Be aware of services on campus that can support your student’s learning:
Cal Poly Pomona offers a variety of support services (academic, social, health, financial aid) to help your
student through college. Both parent and student would benefit from learning about these campus services.
Above all, remember that when it comes down to it, the love and support that a student receives from his/her
family can make all the difference!
Cal Poly Pomona website: www.cpp.edu
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Emergency Contact Information
Summer Bridge Day Phone:
909.869.3994 (8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m.)
You can leave a message on this phone.
Alamitos Residence Hall Front Desk: 909.869.3321 (6:00 p.m. to 10:00 p.m. only)
Emergency, Campus Police:
909.869.3070
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