Bridge Program

The Bridge Program is a comprehensive yearlong program tailored to empower first-year F-1 Visa students in their transition to study at California Institute of Integral Studies in San Francisco, CA. The program focuses on addressing fundamental needs, fostering academic success, and connecting with a supportive community. Our mission is to provide incoming students with an opportunity to socialize and strengthen academic skills through individualized advising and mentorship, foundational writing and research workshops, experiential learning modules on community, diversity, and social justice, as well as communal gatherings and celebrations.

At the heart of the program, we intend to assist students in cultivating the skills, confidence, and resources that will enable them to thrive during their time at CIIS. Hosted by the Office of Student Success in Student Affairs in collaboration with the various departments across the university, the Bridge Program is tapped into networks of student life.

Following a 3-day immersive program at CIIS campus, incoming students are paired with a peer mentor group that will meet throughout the upcoming academic year. Through the Bridge Program, students are more easily connected to the resources, events, and services available throughout their program of study. The year-long mentorship program provides immersive experiences, community building and peer-to-peer development. All students are invited to co-create the culture together!