more about the pre-bridge program

UNDERGRADUATE PRE-BRIDGE PROGRAM
For the student who has not yet achieved the language proficiency required for the Bridge Program or Regular Admission. Eligible students first enroll full-time in intensive English classes only.

For Undergraduate Admissions

► Complete International Student Application Form
► Submit US $75 non-refundable undergraduate application fee
► Submit original academic records (or copies certified by a school official) of all
   secondary and post secondary course work, exam results, certificates awarded,
    and/or diplomas.
    A certified English translation is required if those records are not in English.
► Submit statement of financial support: documented proof of sufficient financial
    resources.
► Submit official TOEFL score: iBT minimum of 45 or PBT 450-497 or CBT 133-170.
► The graduate of a foreign secondary school must demonstrate above average
    academic achievement and the education equivalent of a graduate from a U.S.
    high school.

FOR TSIE ADMISSION
• Complete TSIE application form #2 for prospective Bridge students
• Submit US $20 non-refundable TSIE application fee

From Pre-Bridge to Bridge or Regular Admission

Option 1 Pre-Bridge to Bridge Program
• Enroll in the Pre-Bridge Program for at least one semester
• Achieve between TOEFL PBT 500-547; CBT 173-210; or iBT 59-77 with all section scores
14 or higher or IELTS 5.5 to 6.0
• Enter the Bridge Program [more]
• Begin limited academic study with part-time intensive English study

Option 2 Pre-Bridge to Regular Admission [more]
• Enroll in the Pre-Bridge Program for at least one semester
• Achieve TOEFL PBT 550 or higher; CBT 213 or higher; iBT 78 or higher with 3 out of
four minimum section scores or IELTS 6.5 or higher
• Begin full-time academic study

Option 3 Pre-Bridge to Regular Admission
• Begin full-time academic study after successful completion of all TSIE 5500 classes.
This process may take one or more semesters to complete.
NO additional TOEFL score is required

FAQs

Application Deadlines
Fall Spring
May 1 October 1

• Who should apply?
Academically eligible international students with TOEFL between 450-497 PBT; 133-170 CBT or a minimum total score of 45 iBT. The student must meet all other undergraduate admission requirements.

• What is the purpose of the undergraduate Pre-Bridge program?
To allow conditional admission for the student who has not yet achieved the language proficiency required for bridge or regular admission. Eligible students first enroll full-time in intensive English classes.

• What type of I-20 will the Pre-Bridge student receive?
The student's I-20 will indicate bachelor's degree with English language training.

• How long is the Pre-Bridge program?
For some students, as short a time as 1 semester. For other students, 2 or more semesters prior to bridge or regular admission.

• How many intensive English classes does a Pre-Bridge student take?
Four intensive English classes