Cal-Bridge Summer is a summer research program designed to allow California State University and California Community College students to participate in cutting-edge research in a variety of STEM disciplines at one of over 20 world-class partner research institutions. Selected students are paid a stipend and their travel and housing expenses are covered.
To learn more about the research opportunities offered by the Cal-Bridge Summer program, visit the Cal-Bridge Summer website.

Program Highlights

• Conduct cutting-edge research at a world-class research institution in the area of your choice with close guidance and mentorship from an expert researcher
• Live and work in a new city for the summer and enjoy the cultural and social experiences that come with the opportunity
• Many Cal-Bridge Summer scholars who are not already part of the main Cal-Bridge undergraduate program apply to that program to get support for applying for a PhD in a STEM discipline

Eligibility Requirements

To be eligible for Cal-Bridge Summer, an applicant must be:

• At least 18 years of age by the beginning of the program
• Enrolled in either a CSU or a California Community College
• Have a major and/or career goals in Physics & Astronomy, Computer Science & Computer Engineering, Mathematics & Statistics, or a related field
• Be a U.S Citizen, Permanent Resident, or AB540/DACA

Application Information

• Required application information includes:
  • Contact info (address, email, cell phone)
  • Academic information (major, overall GPA, etc.)
  • Personal Statement (500 words)
  • Undergraduate transcripts (unofficial transcripts accepted; please do not upload password-protected documents)
• Letters of recommendation from two (2) faculty members must be obtained.
  • Contact your letter writers early to obtain their consent to write a letter
  • You must provide their names and email addresses in your application
  • Important note: the system automatically sends an email to your recommenders, and this email may automatically filter into their junk mail folder. Please follow up with your recommenders to make sure they have received the email from us to submit their letters.
• Application deadline is February 2, 2026

For questions, contact the Cal-Bridge Summer program at SummerProgram@calbridge.org.