A different path, same results.
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 colleges 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. Steps in the process: - Apply for Admission at HFCC, which includes:
- A Release Form (inside information packet referenced above)
- $30 application fee (payable to HFCC)
- HFCC will invite you to participate in a group advising session (placement testing at HFCC may be required).
- Attend the mandatory Bridge Program Orientation at UM-Dearborn (you will receive an invitation to this event).
- Begin your undergraduate education at HFCC.
- Continue to meet with program liaisons at both campuses to review progress.
- Upon completion of Associate Degree and achievement of GPA transfer requirements, transfer to UM-Dearborn:
- Complete your University of Michigan degree!
Read our June 19, 2008 News Release about the Bridge Program! Contact Information:
Christopher Tremblay
UM-Dearborn
Director of Admissions and Orientation
313-593-5170
admissions@umd.umich.edu | | Diane Green
HFCC
Associate Dean for Counseling
313-845-9748
diane@hfcc.edu |
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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.
Admission and Transfer Options: Once you have applied and enrolled at HFCC, you will be guaranteed admission to UM-Dearborn upon satisfying transfer requirements, including at least 24 transferable credits and minimum GPA. You will not be required to reapply. Instead, your application will be reactivated and evaluated as a Bridge Program transfer student.
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