Jaguar JumpStart is a summer bridge program that runs from July 6-August 6 with the goal of helping A&M-SA first-year students get a head start on their college journey. JumpStart aims to help students meet the TSI requirements for free before Fall 2026, saving time and money, or get a head start on core curriculum that is required for all students.

Track 2 courses are not offered for free. Students are welcome to apply their financial aid towards the cost.

• JumpStart students consistently demonstrate higher retention rates compared to their peers – this means that participating in JumpStart increases students’ chances at persisting to the next semester and beyond
• JumpStart students also have a higher GPA than when compared to their peers and earn more credits their first year
• Complete coursework prior to the fall semester
• Academic readiness for college life
• Chance to work with tutors and Peer Leaders
• Get comfortable with college life with a small group
• Learn about support services sooner than later
• Begin fall semester classes with other students from the JumpStart program
• Meal plans available for on-campus and commuter students
• On-campus housing option NEW Summer 2026

• Must be admitted as a First Time in College (FTIC) student for summer or fall 2026.
• Ability to commute daily for the duration of the program OR live on-campus during the program.

Meal plans available for all students
On-campus housing is available for interested students

Date: July 6 - August 6

Schedule: 

Monday – Friday (July 6-10); Mon-Thursday (July 13-Aug 6)

There are several time options available depending on the JumpStart track including:

• 9:00 AM - 2:00 PM
• 9:00 AM - 4:00 PM
• 1:00 PM - 4:00 PM

Track 1: Students who need complete the Texas Success Initiative (TSI) Assessment requirements for English/Language Arts and/or Math can take Integrated Reading and Writing and/or an introductory Math course for free during the Jaguar JumpStart program. 

Track 2: Students who are exempt or who have successfully passed the TSI assessment for Math may enroll into MATH 1324 + UNIV 1301. 

Track 2 courses are credit-bearing courses. Students can earn up to 6 credits through Track 2 of Jaguar JumpStart. 98% of A&M-SA students qualify for financial aid. Students who qualify for financial aid may be able to participate in Jaguar JumpStart (Track 2) at a discounted rate.  To check your financial aid status, please contact the Financial Aid office at (210) 784-1300 / Madla, Room 111.   

To qualify for financial aid for Jaguar JumpStart, you must complete the 25/26 FAFSA. You can fill this out at studentaid.gov.

There will be a virtual information session at May 20th from 6:00 - 7:30 PM. Here you will be able to learn more about JumpStart and pick a track that works best for you.

There will be other campus offices and support present including:

• Housing
• Advising
• Faculty
• Tutoring
• Pear Mentors
• Disability Support Services (DSS)
• Success Coaches

Register for the 2026 Information Session

"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." ​

"I always had somebody to help me, and my professor and tutors made us feel comfortable and safe."​

"I really liked that we had to go to tutoring every day. I don't think I would have done that on my own."​

"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."​

"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."​

• Jessica Reynolds
• jreynolds@tamusa.edu
• (210)784-2406