UCA Summer Start is a summer bridge program designed to help our new Bears transition from high school to a successful freshman year. It’s a great way to start early and start right at UCA! As part of Summer Start, you will have opportunities to:
- Meet other new students
- Engage with UCA Faculty and Staff
- Improve your study strategies
- Get to know the UCA campus before classes begin
You’ll hear tips on taking better notes, improving your organizational and time-management skills, and managing stress and the challenges of college. Summer Start is open to new, first-time entering first-year UCA students. Students can live on-campus in their fall housing assignment or commute to campus each day.
Details
Program dates: August 11th – 14th, 2026
Sponsored by Pepsi, Aramark, and Student Success Services
- You must complete the Registration Form and submit the $25 Registration Fee to be accepted into the program. Seats are limited.
- Program cost to student $25 (Sponsored by Pepsi, Aramark, and Student Success Services – Total Value $325)
- You can live on-campus in your fall housing assigned room or commute during Summer Start
Last day to register is Friday, July 17th.
Register Today!
See the 2026 Summer Start FAQ here!