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Cost

Q: How much does the Bridge Scholars Program (BSP) Cost?

A: Tuition, books, room, and board for the duration of the program are paid for by Colorado College.

Q: Do I need to purchase books for BSP?

A: All expenses for participation in the Bridge Scholars Program, including books and readings, are covered by Colorado College.

Q: If I come early for the program, I worry I won't earn enough savings this summer. What should I do?

A: Completion of the Bridge Scholars Program comes with a $400 grant. This should offset your lost wages.

Travel and Arrival

Q: What methods of transportation are there when I arrive at Colorado Springs?

A:  If you are flying into the Colorado Springs Airport before 3 p.m. on Sunday, August 4, then you can arrange a pickup by emailing your arrival time and flight information by August 1. You can take a taxi from Colorado Springs airport (approximate fare of $40). If you arrive at Denver International Airport, you can take Groome Transportation (students receive 10% off) and they will drop students off on campus near the Boettcher Health Center building/Loomis dorm.

Q: Will my airfare or ground transportation be paid for by the Bridge Program?

A: The cost of transportation to CC is already budgeted into your financial aid award. If you have difficulties getting here, please contact Financial Aid.

Q: When should I get to CC for the BSP?

A:Domestic students should arrive on Sunday, August 4 between 8 a.m, and 4 p.m. 

Q: When are Bridge Scholars able to move into their residence hall?

A: You will be able to move into your room on Sunday, August 4. As a reminder, Room and Board include housing and meals for the duration of the Bridge Scholars Program from August 5-15, 2024.

Q: Will I keep the same room for Bridge throughout the academic year?

A. You may or may not be able to stay in the same room.  Housing and Residential Experience will do their best to accommodate your housing preferences.

Registration for BSP

Q: When is the last date to register for the Bridge Scholars Program?

A: We would like to hear from you by the third week of May. 

Q: When will I find out which course I am assigned?

A: You will be notified of your course assignment by late July.

Q: If I am planning on taking a gap semester or winter start, am I still eligible for the program?

A: No, you are required to arrive on campus on the designated arrival date.

Technology and Affordability
Q: Will I need to bring a laptop?

A: Many students do bring a laptop to CC because they find it convenient to have their own computer. However, CC has many public computer labs that are open to students, as well as a temporary laptop loaner program.

If you want to purchase a computer to bring to CC, the Bridge Scholars Program provides a $400 grant that you can use to purchase an affordable laptop.

Need suggestions on what to buy? CC students can get a discount purchasing from Apple or Dell.

• Shop at the custom CC Dell online store and get appx. 5-10% off
  • Use member ID us26876754
• Shop at the custom CC Apple online store and get appx. 5-10% off

ITS suggests getting a solid-state (or flash-based) hard drive that's at least 256 GB (512 GB is a safer bet) and 8 GB of RAM.

There are Dell laptops, for example that cost under $300 that will accomplish the normal minimum tasks that a CC student needs. It won't be the fastest or best computer, but it's a good deal for a very economic price. Note that storage space may be an issue, but can be augmented with cloud storage, an external hard drive, or flash drive.

The college has loaner computers that students can check out for the entire academic year. If you are interested in reserving a year-long loaner computer, please email bridgescholarsprogram@coloradocollege.edu.

Q: If I bring my own laptop or plan to buy one, wouldn't buying software like Microsoft Word be very expensive?

A: Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, etc.) is free for CC students. You can also purchase other academic software at a deep discount through our Kivuto portal.

What to Bring

Q: What to bring?

A: Whatever will make your dorm room feel like home. Our winters are cold and snowy, so be sure to bring warm clothes. See the FAQ for Families page for suggestions on what to bring.

Q: I have no car, but need to go shopping for some dorm basics?

A: All CC students can ride any of Mountain Metro Transit's set bus routes at no cost using their Gold Card!

Q: Where can I mail a package prior to arriving for Bridge Scholars Program?

A.  You can find your assigned CC Box number in Banner. Your mailing address for all mail and packages will be:

• The Mail Center will be open for Bridge Scholars on Sunday, August 5 between 12 p.m and 4 p.m.

• Normal Mail Center hours are Monday – Friday, 8:30 a.m. to 4 p.m. Students can retrieve mail, and packages and utilize shipping services. 

• The Campus Mail Center lobby will be accessible with a Gold Card, seven days a week, from 8 a.m. to 8:30 p.m. If your package is placed in a parcel locker, you have 24 hours to retrieve it. After 24 hours, you will need to visit the College Mail Center service counter during business hours to retrieve your package/mail. Most mail and packages are held for 12 days.

• A picture ID is required to pick up your mail and packages.

• The Mail Center does not recommend sending any perishables, as they do not have refrigeration available.  Unclaimed perishables will be disposed of after 24 hours.

• Any item that arrives without a full name, CC Box # and correct address is subject to mis delivery, being discarded, refused or returned to sender.

• Questions about mail services can be directed to mail.services@coloradocollege.edu.

Information for Family and Friends

Q: My parents and family have more logistical questions. How do I find more information?

A: Visit our Family and Friends Program webpage. There is a lot of information on resources for families, FAQs for families, and the family and parents Facebook group.