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Jaguar JumpStart
Jaguar JumpStart is a summer bridge program (July 6 – August 6) designed to help first-year Jaguars get ahead before the fall semester. Complete TSI requirements for free or earn college credits early while building confidence, connections, and academic readiness.
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Track 1 – FREE
Complete TSI requirements in English/Language Arts and/or Math at no cost.
Best for TSI CompletionTrack 2 – Credit Courses
Earn up to 6 college credits (MATH 1324 + UNIV 1301). Financial aid eligible.
Earn College CreditWhy Join JumpStart?
JumpStart students consistently earn higher GPAs, complete more credits, and are more likely to continue into their second year.
Complete coursework before fall semester
Higher GPA and retention rates
Work with tutors and Peer Leaders
Build connections in small groups
Learn campus resources early
Take classes with familiar peers in fall
Meal plans available
NEW: On-campus housing available
Eligibility
FTIC Students
Must be admitted for Summer or Fall 2026.
Attendance
Must commute daily or live on-campus.
Housing & Meals
Meal plans and housing are also optionally available.
Program Details
Schedule
July 6 – August 6
Monday–Friday (July 6–10)
Monday–Thursday (July 13–Aug 6)
Monday–Friday (July 6–10)
Monday–Thursday (July 13–Aug 6)
9:00 AM – 2:00 PM
9:00 AM – 4:00 PM
1:00 PM – 4:00 PM
Information Session
May 20 | 6:00 – 7:30 PM (Virtual)
Meet Housing, Advising, Faculty, Tutoring, DSS, and more.
Meet Housing, Advising, Faculty, Tutoring, DSS, and more.
"It was really fun, and the professor was nice and cool. I also loved going just to learn from him, the professor is Mr. Garcia."
JumpStart Student
"I always had somebody to help me, and my professor and tutors made us feel comfortable and safe."
JumpStart Student
"I really liked that we had to go to tutoring every day. I don't think I would have done that on my own."
JumpStart Student
"The Peer Leaders were always good, even if I spoke very little, they did well with engaging us during the breakout sessions. Along with the topics they were teaching us, I was able to grasp it very well."
JumpStart Student
"I didn't think this was going to work out. I was very nervous. I'm glad I did this program because now I'm more social and more comfortable starting college."
JumpStart Student
Dr. Jess S. Reynolds
Director, First-Year Experience
CliftonStrengths: Restorative, Individualization, Communication, Positivity, Empathy
Email: jreynolds@tamusa.edu
Phone: (210)784-2406