Bridge Program

A different path to a Michigan Degree.

Work toward a Michigan degree at Henry Ford Community College.

UM-Dearborn and HFCC created the Bridge Program to help students who are not eligible for admission to UM-Dearborn from high school. Students can enroll at HFCC for the first 1 to 2 years of college to plan a degree program, earn college credit, and develop the skills and knowledge necessary to succeed in academics.

Why the Bridge Program may be right for you:

• Gain confidence and skills necessary for academic achievement
• Earn credits toward a Bachelor’s Degree from UM-Dearborn
• Take advantage of the combined resources of HFCC and UM-Dearborn
• Receive guidance and counseling at both campuses on degree and career options
• Select appropriate courses to fulfill degree requirements

Why starting at HFCC makes sense:

• Small class sizes with individualized attention
• Professional counseling and advising services
• Program coordination between HFCC and UM-Dearborn
• Course selection that ensures your credits transfer and satisfy program requirements
• Low tuition costs

How to join the Bridge Program

If you were not eligible for admission at the time you applied to UM-Dearborn, you will automatically be sent an information packet regarding the Bridge Program.

1. Sign up to participate in the Bridge program
2. Complete a HFCC admissions application
   1. Be sure to submit the $30 application fee to HFCC
   2. Send high school transcript and ACT/SAT scores
3. HFCC will invite you to participate in a group advising session to register for classes
4. Attend Bridge Program Orientation held at UM-Dearborn

Here is what to look forward to after sign up is complete:

1. Begin your undergraduate education at HFCC.
2. Continue to meet with program liaisons at both campuses to review progress.
3. Upon completion of  24 transferable credits or an Associate's Degree and achievement of GPA transfer requirements you may transfer to UM-Dearborn to complete a Bachelor's Degree.

Contact Information

Program Offerings:

Coordinated Programs: Whether you have a major in mind or are still deciding, you will be able to plan your schedules to meet degree requirements for HFCC and UM-Dearborn.

Support: As a Bridge student, you will be able to meet regularly with an HFCC counselor and a UM-Dearborn admissions counselor who will guide you during your education. Your Bridge Program liaison, or advisor, will help you determine the best time to transfer.

Associate Degree: Students in the program are strongly encouraged to complete an Associate Degree prior to transferring.