BRIDGES is the coordinated bachelor's degree program providing students a direct path from Columbia Basin College to Washington State University Tri-Cities. The purpose of the BRIDGES program is to ensure a smooth transfer from CBC to WSU Tri-Cities.
Columbia Basin College students participating in BRIDGES benefit from the expertise and student services from two campuses - CBC and WSU Tri-Cities.
Student Benefits
- Integrated advising and Plans of Study
- Effective use of time and finances
- Earn a degree without leaving the Tri-Cities
- Updated admissions information for WSU Tri-Cities
- Access to WSU student services while still attending CBC
- Scholarship opportunities
- Participate in student organizations and events at both CBC and WSU Tri-Cities
- Free transcripts sent from CBC to WSU-Tri-Cities
- Get your WSU application pre-waived
What is a student's commitment?
Plans of Study
Plans of Study are degree guides to inform students and advisors about specific degree requirements to assist with appropriate course selection and to develop academic plans. Each plan will prepare students to start at CBC and finish at WSU Tri-Cities with a bachelor's degree.
For more information, visit the Plans of Study WSU Tri-Cities webpage.
Meeting with Advisors
It is required that students first meet with a CBC advisor to discuss program options and course selection at CBC. After the selection of a degree program, the student will be referred to the appropriate WSU Tri-Cities advisor.
It is recommended that you meet with your WSU Tri-Cities advisor at least twice a year to verify degree program progress; this is critical as admission and degree requirements are subject to change.
