SCHOLAR SPHERE SUMMER DEVELOPMENTAL PROGRAM (SDP)

Scholar Sphere Leadership & Development Program

Summer Development Foundation Phase

The Scholar Sphere Summer Development Foundation Phase, also known as the Summer Development Program, is an intensive eight-week academic bridge program designed to prepare students for successful entry into º£½ÇÉçÇø.

The program supports students who show strong potential but require additional academic preparation prior to beginning their first fall semester. Participants strengthen foundational skills in English, mathematics, and reading through structured classroom instruction, academic workshops, mentoring, and computer-assisted learning.

In addition to academic coursework, students receive advising and support that helps them become familiar with university expectations, resources, and campus life. While coursework completed during the program does not count toward graduation credit, students who successfully meet program requirements are eligible to enroll as freshmen in the fall semester.

Students who complete the program also continue into the Scholar Sphere year-long academic support program, which provides ongoing guidance, mentoring, and academic monitoring during their first year at the university.

Scholar Sphere Summer Developmental Program Quick Facts

Term:

Eight-Week Courses/ Two Cohorts 

Dates: June 1, 2025- July 24, 2025
Credit Hours: 12 credit hours for all students (Hours do not count toward graduation)
Course Work:

English – EN-098

Mathematics- MA-098

Reading- RE-098

Academic Skills Lab-LA-098

Contact Hours: 2250 contact minutes are required for each three (3) credit hour lecture based course. The lab section will require 4500 contact minutes.
Fees to Attend the Summer Developmental Program
In-State Fees

In-State (On Campus) — assessed per the University’s rate

In-State (Off Campus) — assessed per the University’s rate

*Housing rates are in addition to tuition.

Notice: Fees are subject to change without notice.

Other Fees

There will be a $75.00 non-refundable housing fee. This fee is not added to the cost of tuition. Students are responsible for paying the housing fee upon arrival on campus. The student is responsible for purchasing textbooks. For information on financial assistance, please call 662.254.3590.
 
Financial Aid

Financial assistance is available for those interested in the Summer Developmental Program. To qualify, students need to complete an application for admission, which can be found online or by contacting the Office of Admissions. In addition, an application for financial aid is required. Students must complete the Free Federal Student Financial Aid (FAFSA) Application for the 2025-2026 school year.