The ISP Summer Bridge Experience begins July 20-22 with a virtual orientation and program preparation. Illinois Scholars will move in on Saturday, July 23rd, with a weekend of family engagement and cohort building.  Academic workshops, preparatory courses, and campus activities will take place from 8:30am-6pm Monday through Friday with extra-curricular activities in the evenings and on weekends. All meals are included plus snacks. ISP Scholars have the option to move directly into their University residence hall on August 14, and ISP Scholars will present their final research projects on August 15-16. Optional weekend programming will be provided.

The Illinois Scholars Program is sponsored by the Office of the Vice Chancellor for Diversity, Equity & Inclusion in partnership with the College of Liberal Arts & Sciences, the Division of General Studies, and the Merit Program for Emerging Scholars. ISP is supported by generous donations from alumni.