Transform your future with two years of American undergrad.
Our elite CollegeCare® service unlocks opportunities for international students to attend top American universities.
The 2+2 Transfer System
A proven pathway to prestige
Even for American students, it’s difficult to get into a great American university as a freshman. The odds are even lower for international students educated outside the US.
But progression laws and agreements (such as California’s TAG) change those odds. For students who successfully attend certain colleges for the first two years of their undergrad education, these agreements then guarantee or favor admission to prestigious four-year universities.
The result? Far more third-year transfer students gain admission, finish school, and earn their degrees at top public and private universities.
For international students, our program maximizes the opportunities offered by these admission guarantees and preferential college relationships in California, Washington, and Virginia.
%
of all American bachelor’s degrees start in a two-year college
of University of California students transfer from a two-year college
%
International student transfer rate to UC Berkeley without UBridge
vs.
%
Average transfer rate of UBridge alumni to UC Berkeley
CollegeCare®
An elite personal support service
Transfer is an extremely complex process. The system is intricate, and cultural differences, language barriers, inexperience, and time constraints can make it especially difficult for international students to succeed.
Enter CollegeCare® — our high-touch support service built for students and parents who are invested in great education.
| CollegeCare® | Typical College Support | |
| Student-Advisor Ratio | 20:1 | 500:1 |
| 1:1 Mentoring Hours Per Year | 150+ | 2–3 |
| Transfer Application Support | Comprehensive | Limited/None |
| Parent Communication | Bi-weekly Reports + WhatsApp, LINE, Zalo, etc. |
None |
The heart and soul of UBridge is our team of elite advisors. All graduates of top universities themselves, these academic and transfer specialists provide in-person, proactive support to guide students through every step of the college journey:
%
of UBridge students have been admitted to a top 40 US university since 2015.
The heart and soul of UBridge is our team of elite advisors. All graduates of top universities themselves, these academic and transfer specialists provide in-person, proactive support to guide students through every step of the college journey:
Learn more about CollegeCare® and how our elite experts personally support each student’s journey.
College Partners
Creating opportunity via world-class college partnerships
Our six partner colleges offer international students the most reliable pathways to top universities. Students may choose to begin by attending a freshman fall semester in person, a spring start at select campuses, or UBridge online — our from-anywhere jumpstart for students who want more time at home before heading to campus.
Student Housing
Amplifying achievement through community
Our students are most successful when they are supported not just by our expert advisors, but by a circle of fellow students pursuing similar dreams.
UBridge housing is designed to remove the work and worry of living abroad. Our “dorm experience” offers high-end, safe accommodations and fun opportunities that balance the rigors of academic life.
Student success stories
Gladys
UCLA
“My academic journey with UBridge has been incredible! UBridge provided valuable guidance as I navigated studying in a foreign country, giving my parents peace of mind. SMC has been equally welcoming, with passionate professors and a strong community of international students who support one another.”
Bat-Erdene
UC Berkeley
“It’s been an incredible journey—from the very beginning to finally transferring. I’m especially thankful for getting a second chance at UBridge, where amazing advisors truly believed in me.”
Kristina
UC Berkeley
“The collaboration with my University Bridge advisor has been so successful. We got along very well. I would like to highlight the support my advisor provided in helping me adjust to the US education system and college life.”
Gladys
UCLA
“My academic journey with UBridge has been incredible! UBridge provided valuable guidance as I navigated studying in a foreign country, giving my parents peace of mind. SMC has been equally welcoming, with passionate professors and a strong community of international students who support one another.”
Bat-Erdene
UC Berkeley
“It’s been an incredible journey—from the very beginning to finally transferring. I’m especially thankful for getting a second chance at UBridge, where amazing advisors truly believed in me.”
Kristina
UC Berkeley
“The collaboration with my University Bridge advisor has been so successful. We got along very well. I would like to highlight the support my advisor provided in helping me adjust to the US education system and college life.”
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.
Investment
Small mistakes can close admissions doors at top universities. For families already investing in international education, CollegeCare® provides the expert guidance that protects that investment.
We help students make the right moves, at the right time, to maximize their opportunities with the university of their dreams.
Program cost
For fall-start students, CollegeCare® is offered at a fixed program fee, which covers a complete academic year: $39,750. Spring-start students can expect to pay less, and the fee can vary. See our college partner brochures for more details.
What’s included
This fee includes tuition, strategic advising, academic and transfer planning, admission navigation, and ongoing coordination across institutions — services that are difficult or impossible to access otherwise.
Housing
Housing fees vary by campus based on each city’s real-estate market. The cost breaks down to about $3,100 per month for the academic year (no month-to-month leases) for a fully furnished, shared apartment, including UBridge community events and activities. See partner brochures for details.
Discover the difference UBridge can make.
Use our Dream Calculator to assess your chances of admission at a top US university.
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.
Excellent!
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.”"