# BRIDGE

**Source**: https://graduateschool.ufl.edu/gss/bridge/
**Parent**: https://graduateschool.ufl.edu/

- [Graduate Student Support](https://graduateschool.ufl.edu/gss/)
- [BRIDGE](https://graduateschool.ufl.edu/gss/bridge/)

# BRIDGE

- [Graduate Student Support](https://graduateschool.ufl.edu/gss/)
- [Associate Dean](https://graduateschool.ufl.edu/gss/ad-students/)
- [GradCare](https://graduateschool.ufl.edu/gss/gradcare/)
- [Graduate Student Success](https://success.grad.ufl.edu/)
- [Office of Graduate Professional Development](https://gradadvance.graduateschool.ufl.edu/)
- [IDP: Individual Development Plan](https://graduateschool.ufl.edu/gss/idp/)
- [Funding](https://graduateschool.ufl.edu/gss/funding/)
- [CVP: Campus Visitation Program](https://graduateschool.ufl.edu/gss/cvp/)
- [BRIDGE](https://graduateschool.ufl.edu/gss/bridge/)
- [New Student Orientation](https://graduateschool.ufl.edu/gss/orientation/)
- [Housing](https://graduateschool.ufl.edu/gss/housing/)
- [Self-Care & Wellness](https://graduateschool.ufl.edu/gss/wellness/)
- [International Students](https://graduateschool.ufl.edu/gss/international/)
- [Disability Support](https://graduateschool.ufl.edu/gss/disability/)
- [Veteran Support](https://graduateschool.ufl.edu/gss/veteran/)
- [Recreation](https://graduateschool.ufl.edu/gss/recreation/)
- [Student Involvement](https://graduateschool.ufl.edu/gss/si/)
- [Student Awards](https://graduateschool.ufl.edu/gss/awards/)
- [Listserv](https://graduateschool.ufl.edu/gss/listserv/)

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##### Description

**BRIDGE (Building Retention in Doctoral Graduate Education)**is designed to support new UF Ph.D. students as they transition into their doctoral studies. BRIDGE offers resources, workshops, and networking opportunities to ensure a smooth and successful start to your academic journey. Through a blend of virtual and in-person programming, BRIDGE provides academic enrichment, peer networking, and essential skills to thrive in graduate school.

##### Details

- The program begins in the Summer B Semester with online instruction, delivered via the BRIDGE Canvas Course, covering essential topics such as academic writing, statistics, and research methodologies.
- Following the online component, students attend in-person sessions on campus for two weeks, where they participate in face-to-face workshops. Additional benefits include access to UF campus resources, writing support, and early access to mentoring.
- Participants who fulfill the program requirements will be awarded a small stipend at the beginning of fall semester to support their academic transition.
- Participants engage in a six-week cohort program.
- Additional benefits include access to UF campus resources, writing support, and early access to mentoring.

##### Eligibility & Requirements

- You must be a newly admitted Fall 2026 Ph.D. student at the University of Florida.
- You must have received your admission offer by June 1, 2026 to be eligible.
- You must commit to participating in virtual and in-person sessions, an average of five to eight hours per week
- You must be enrolled for the upcoming fall semester as a full-time doctoral student.
- Applicants with diverse experiences and perspectives are welcome to join our community!

##### Deadlines & Critical Dates

- ***Details for Summer 2026 coming soon!***

##### Questions?

- Email our **Graduate Student Success** team at [grad-support@ufl.edu](mailto:grad-support@ufl.edu).