Summer Advantage Bootcamp
Welcome to SUMMER ADVANTAGE BOOTCAMP 2021
A FREE program to jumpstart your Kent State Journey!
What is Summer Advantage Bootcamp?
The Summer Advantage Bootcamp is a weeklong residential experience designed to give incoming first-year students a brief yet impactful early college student experience. Students will be introduced to college courses, campus resources, staff, and services, to assist with remaining on track towards graduation and preparing for a future career by building a support network of peers and professional staff. The experience includes mini courses in various academic subjects, as well as, service learning and workshops to identify your strengths and expand your success network.
When is Summer Advantage Bootcamp?
Sunday, July 18 – Friday, July 23. Students will move in on Sunday and move out of the residence hall on Friday afternoon.
Program Goals
- Provide a residential experience introducing students to campus resources, services, and staff for graduation.
- Introduce students to college level coursework through a series of mini courses.
- Envision a path for success by building a network of peer and professional support.
Program Benefits Include
- Free program experience to jumpstart your Kent State journey.
- $200 bookstore credit to purchase fall books/course supplies.
- On-campus housing and meals during the program week.
- Peer support and service-learning opportunities.
- Workshops to support academic, professional, and personal goals.
Program Requirements Include
- Complete the Summer Advantage Bootcamp RSVP link no later than Friday, July 2nd
- A commitment to living on campus during the Bootcamp week.