The Collegiate Success Institute (CSI) at UMBC is a summer bridge program for new students. During UMBC summer session, students who do the six-week CSI program will earn credits, make new friends and have the opportunity to ease into campus life. The CSI program blends academics, mentoring, self-discovery and social activities to help prepare students for success at UMBC. Students choose from a selection of summer session courses that meet graduation requirements and earn 4-7 credits. Structured study time and peer mentoring help students learn how to succeed academically and boost self-confidence before fall classes begin. Between classes, CSI students have the opportunity to get to know the area through trips to Baltimore and Washington D.C. and community service projects. To learn more about summer session at UMBC, visit umbc.edu/summer. To learn more about the CSI program at UMBC, visit: umbc.edu/oue/csi