Summer College Transition Program for Recent High School Graduates

Start college strong this summer by building academic confidence, earning college credit, and exploring future career pathways through a supportive transition program at Germanna.

Start Date

June 8, 2026

Class Schedule

Monday / Wednesday / Friday

Classes meet from 9:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m., with arrival beginning at 9 a.m.

Who Can Apply

Recent Graduates

Designed for students preparing to transition successfully into college at Germanna.

Program Timeline

The CCEP summer experience begins with orientation and transitions into college success coursework and additional classes for selected students.

June 5

Welcome Session & Accommodation Workshop

June 8 – June 12

SDV 100 – College Success Skills

June 15

ITE 152 and PSY 230 begin for selected students

Courses Included

  • SDV 100 – Student Development (1 Credit): Build essential skills for college success.
  • PSY 230 – Developmental Psychology (3 Credits): Explore human growth and development across the lifespan.
  • ITE 152 – Technology Essentials (3 Credits): Learn key technological skills applicable in today's digital world.

Cost: $180.20 per credit

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Eligibility (3.0 GPA or higher)

  • Recent high school graduate
  • No interview needed
  • Automatically qualify for the full 7-week program
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Eligibility (Below 3.0 GPA)

  • Recent high school graduate
  • Petition and interview to qualify for the full 7-week program
  • Automatically qualify for the one-week summer program (focused on student development and transition support for students with IEPs, 504 Plans, and other barriers to learning)

Friday College Visits & Transition Experiences

Each Friday includes unique experiences designed to help students build confidence, explore future options, and prepare for adulthood.

Old Dominion University
George Mason University
Randolph-Macon College
Virginia Commonwealth University
Washington, D.C. Experience

How to Apply

Complete the CCEP application form to express interest in the program. Students may apply for the full program, request interview consideration, or apply for the SDV-only option.

Apply to the CCEP

Contact

For program questions, application support, or accommodation planning, contact:

Win Stevens
Program Coordinator
WStevens@germanna.edu

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