Believe in your university potential.
We do.
At UBridge, we help international students transfer to top American universities. The key? 360° in-person mentoring that powers academic success throughout our structured pathway program.
Believe in your university potential.
We do.
At UBridge, we help international students transfer to top American universities. The key? 360° in-person mentoring that powers academic success throughout our structured pathway program.
An elite service designed for international students
Whether you're a top student seeking an edge or a motivated learner ready for a fresh start, UBridge is for you. Our elite CollegeCare® service is designed to help you rise to your full potential and gain admission to the best American universities through guaranteed admissions pathways.
Our campuses are in diverse, internationally welcoming cities in California, Washington, and Virginia. And with flexible GPA requirements, accessible English test thresholds, 95% visa acceptance rates, and multiple start dates throughout the year, UBridge is ideal for international high school and college students looking to transfer to top US universities.
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2025 UBridge international students admitted to top 40 universities
Two years to change your life
From your expert advisor to your thriving community of fellow international students, see how our 360° elite support service facilitates the first two years of undergrad at select prestigious colleges.
Less stress for the whole family
The first two years of a child’s undergrad can be particularly hard on loved ones. Learn how we keep parents in the loop with ongoing insights and ideas from our dedicated Parent Team.
Colleges with big transfer potential
49% of American bachelor’s degrees are earned by students who spent their first two years at college, then transferred to a four-year university. Explore the colleges where UBridge students start their “2+2” journey.
The university of your dreams
Our exclusive CollegeCare® program is the simplest and most supported way to overcome the challenges of international admission to some of America’s top schools.
Student success stories
Jorge
University of Southern California
“As an international student, having a support system made my experience way better. Knowing that I could get help at any moment became really important to me.”
Serena
UCLA
“My UBridge advisor always encouraged me and offered the kind of supportive words that felt like therapy. She inspired me to believe in bigger possibilities. So here I am admitted to UCLA, a school I never even dared to dream of!”
Ryan
UC Berkeley
“Be sure to review your course plans with your UBridge advisor! I almost messed up—but my UBridge advisor caught the mistake and helped me pick the right classes.”
Jorge
University of Southern California
“As an international student, having a support system made my experience way better. Knowing that I could get help at any moment became really important to me.”
Serena
UCLA
“My UBridge advisor always encouraged me and offered the kind of supportive words that felt like therapy. She inspired me to believe in bigger possibilities. So here I am admitted to UCLA, a school I never even dared to dream of!”
Ryan
UC Berkeley
“Be sure to review your course plans with your UBridge advisor! I almost messed up—but my UBridge advisor caught the mistake and helped me pick the right classes.”
Gain the confidence you need to thrive.
With UBridge, students just like you go on to pursue their dreams at America’s best universities. You can, too.
Frequently asked questions
What’s the difference between college and university?
At UBridge, colleges are the two-year partner schools where our students begin their academic journey. These colleges range in size from a few thousand to over 10,000 students and have the ability to grant students Associate degrees in addition to accruing the transfer credits needed to transfer into a university. While there are colleges all over America, we partner with a select group of elite schools that offer preferred and guaranteed transfer admissions to top universities.
Universities are four-year schools with more advanced courses that grant students Bachelor’s degrees and beyond. UBridge students do two years at a college partner, transfer, and then finish up their last two years at top U.S. universities to earn their Bachelor’s degree.
What’s included in the UBridge service?
UBridge is a premium, high-touch support program. Most students receive help in two core areas:
Academic support (CollegeCare®)
- A dedicated advisor who supports you from pre-arrival through transfer decisions
- A personalized academic plan, plus bi-weekly 1:1 counseling and progress check-ins
- Course planning and registration support to keep you on track for transfer requirements
- Fast, ongoing support through messaging apps (WhatsApp, WeChat, LINE, and more), plus parent updates when needed
- Comprehensive transfer support including school/major strategy, deadlines, applications, and enrollment steps
- California TAG planning support where applicable
- Help navigating real-life issues that impact success, including urgent situations and medical support when needed
Housing and community (Optional)
- Carefully selected apartments focused on safety, security, and proximity to campus
- Move-in and settling-in support, including apartment setup and advisor check-ins
- Fully furnished housing and living essentials, plus utilities, Wi-Fi, and SIM card with unlimited talk and text for your mobile phone
- Ongoing housing management including housekeeping, maintenance coordination, and roommate support
- Airport pickup
- Community-building events, outings, and holiday celebrations to help students make friends and feel at home
How much does it cost?
Fall 2026 academic fees are US$39,750 for a full-year (12 month) program including up to 36 credits. We price in a full year with extra credits so that students are able to either drop courses or take extra credits that can be used at their university to save money. Housing, if wanted, is an additional cost that varies slightly by campus based on each city’s real-estate market. In general, the cost is roughly $3,100 per month for the academic year, for a fully-furnished, shared apartment, including UBridge community events and activities.
What’s included in the cost?
University Bridge is priced to include nearly everything a student needs for a full academic year, so families do not get hit with constant add-on costs. Your program fee includes:
- a full 12-month year of UBridge support
- up to 36 college credits
- standard tuition and required school fees at your UBridge partner college
- CollegeCare® academic advising and transfer support, including ongoing 1:1 guidance, course planning and registration help, and transfer application strategy and execution
If you choose UBridge Housing, the cost also covers a furnished apartment and the core living setup, including utilities, internet/Wi-Fi, move-in support, housing management, and community programming and student events.
What GPA is needed to attend?
There is no minimum GPA for UBridge. We take a holistic view of each applicant. If you have specific questions, please reach out to us or speak with your education agen
What TOEFL, IELTS, Duolingo or other English test scores are needed to attend?
Every UBridge campus has different English language requirements:
- Santa Monica College: TOEFL 45, IELTS 5.0, Duolingo 75
- Irvine Valley College: TOEFL 52, IELTS 4.5, Duolingo 80
- College of Marin: TOEFL 61, IELTS 6.0, Duolingo 90
- College of San Mateo: TOEFL 56, IELTS 5.5, Duolingo 85
- Shoreline College: TOEFL 61 (20 Writing), IELTS 5.5 (6.0 Writing), Duolingo 95
- Piedmont Virginia CC: TOEFL 61, IELTS 6.0
If you have taken a different test outside of TOEFL, IELTS, or Duolingo you are still eligible. Our recruitment team can help determine where your score lands.
How long have you been in business?
We started in 2013 and have grown steadily in the many years since, helping students from around the world achieve the U.S. university admissions dreams they never thought possible.
Where is your team located?
Our management team and our advisors are all in the U.S. Advisors live close to the campus they work at, each specializing in just one campus. This allows them to be experts on that specific school — the area, the professors, individual courses, etc. — so they know everything their students need to succeed.
Our recruiting, administrative, and parent team members are located around the world, serving families in their native languages and time zones.
Ready to take the next step on your UBridge journey?
We’d love to chat about your family’s unique needs, goals, and dreams.
Apply to become a partner
Campus Finder
Find your perfect college launchpad
Answer a few simple questions about your estimated GPA, English test scores, and personal preferences, and we’ll recommend the best two colleges for you.
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Based on your information we think you’ll be happiest and most successful at *:
Download our campus brochures to learn more about your matches — including their top transfer universities:
*Campus options shown reflect your closest matches based on the information you provided. Please review all admissions requirements for your preferred campuses to determine whether any of your scores need adjustment prior to applying.
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Dream Calculator
Calculate your admission odds
Answer a few quick questions about your academic history and citizenship, and we’ll calculate your chances of getting into your dream university.
Thank you!
Based on your information and statistical admissions numbers for your university:
Your likelihood of direct freshman admission is
X–X%
On average, UBridge alumni are admitted as third-year transfer students at
95%
That makes you 2-4x more likely to reach your university with UBridge than if you go it alone.
In fact, we’ve helped students from 30+ different countries gain admission to universities they once only dreamed of. We can help you achieve your dreams, too.
Results are estimates based on University Bridge internal data and publicly available admissions information. Outcomes vary by student, major, and university, and admission is not guaranteed. For informational purposes only.
Student success stories
Terry
UC San Diego
"“UBridge has helped me in the past two years through academic planning, including course selection, drafting and editing my UC application essays. They helped me resolve challenges efficiently, saving time I would have spent researching uncertain answers online.”"
Shivom
UC San Diego
"“My UBridge advisor is without a doubt one of the sweetest and most helpful people I know. Whether I needed help with my college application, getting in touch with a professor or even something not related to college, she was always ready to help. I honestly don’t think I would have done as well as I did if it wasn’t for her.”"
Weidong
U of Virginia
"“University Bridge helped me with every aspect of the transfer process: building and adjusting my class schedule, helping with the transfer essay and professor recommendations, completing the application form, and everything else! Their support took the stress and complexity out of transferring. Without their help I’d have been lost.”"