Bridge Program
Welcome Class of 2W9
Your First Steps
Welcome Class of 2W9! The Bridge Program will help you prepare to start Williamson in the fall. The entire faculty and staff are excited for you to begin your 1000-day journey to becoming Williamson men. We invite you to review all elements of this webpage and to bookmark it for future use.
The webpage is divided into three specific sections: Academics, Residential Life, and Student Support. Please note that there are specific requirements that must be completed prior to arrival at the college in the academic and student support sections, so you may want to start your exploration into these sections first. If you have any difficulty in accessing any section of this webpage, please do not hesitate to contact the Office of Enrollment Management.
Academics
While your academic experience at Williamson will be somewhat unique depending on your specific trade program, there are a number of proven steps you can take now to greatly aid you in your transition to college. It is important to understand that college is different from high school. While there are many student support services available to assist students, ultimately your success depends on your hard work and dedication. Take the time now to prepare a little for your next big step into college!
Mathematics
In assessing student performance at the college, a primary consideration is mathematics, specifically arithmetic, algebra, and geometry. These skills are essential in any trade program here at Williamson. With this in mind, the assessment results from the Math Diagnostic you took during your Applicant Day will provide the college a better understanding of your current mathematics skills and which areas, if any, that you may need additional assistance. The Office of Academic Affairs will reach out directly via email to identified students needing additional assistance with a helpful strategy to better prepare them for the start of academic classes. This may include required online course(s), taken at no cost to the student, that must be completed prior to fall attendance. We have found that an early college academic transition plan is a key component of a student’s success at Williamson. Questions on the mathematic diagnostic assessment and transition strategy can be directed to the Office of Academic Affairs.
Additional Academic Resources
In addition to the online mathematics courses you MAY be required to take, there are a myriad of resources available to you to assist your transition to Williamson. While not required prior to arrival, the resources can greatly assist in honing your academic and study skills.
Improve your Writing Skills
Free online courses with Coursera
English & Academic Participation
English Composition
Free Delaware County Library Brainfuse Program
Writing Assistance
Student Time Management Skills
How to Manage Your Time as a Student
Organizing Your Calendar
College Level Learning
The Crash Course Series on College Level Learning (9 Topic Areas)
Note Taking Skills
Test Taking Skills
5 Rules for Acing Multiple Choice Tests
How to Study for Any Test or Exam
Residential Life
Welcome Class of 2W9. It is an exciting time and there is a lot of information to share with you over the course of the next several weeks.
At the beginning of May, incoming freshmen should look for an email from reslife@williamson.edu – that email will contain a few very important items:
- Your freshman dormitory room assignment.
- Links to a video introduction to your dormitory including a room 360, so that you can see how the rooms are laid out and kept during the day (these are current student rooms), as well as a welcome message from your dorm manager.
Admissions will provide all of the requirements for what you need to bring with you to Williamson to start your freshman year. If after reviewing that information, you have specific questions, or if you do not receive that email by May 15th, please contact the Office of Residence Life.
Our First Year Experience (FYE) program for all incoming freshmen starts on Tuesday, August 11. See you then!
Helpful Life Skills
Student Support
Williamson provides a wide range of support programs all solely focused on student success. While many of our programs are highlighted in the Student Handbook or College Catalog, we designed this portion of the Bridge webpage more as a Frequently Asked Questions section in the hope that it addresses many of the common questions freshmen typically ask. If there is a topic that is not addressed below, please contact the Office of Enrollment Management.
Freshmen First Year Experience (FYE) is an integral first step in Williamson’s Leadership Development program. The four-day program running August 11-14, 2026, kicks off the start of the freshman academic year by providing a unique experience highlighting the college’s core values, teamwork, and character development. Students receive training in diversity and inclusion, community service, and peer leadership. The program is experiential in nature and will challenge students as they grow and develop as a unified class.
At the New Student/Financial Aid Workshops, you should expect the following:
- Information on how the financial aid process works at the college and assistance completing your FAFSA (and PA State Grant application, if pertinent).
- Dates and expectations regarding mandatory events at the beginning of the Freshman year (First Year Experience and Freshman Registration/Orientation).
- Information about the Summer Bridge Program.
- Details on completing enrollment paperwork (drug test, final transcript, etc.) and details on payments (Books, Supplies, Fees & Deposit and Class Dues)
- Opportunity to complete a number of online forms during the event.
Information on the college’s immunization policy was provided to all accepted students on Friday, February 25, 2026.
Williamson’s Student Handbook, specifically pages 19-23 (2025-2026 Student Handbook), provide details on the college’s dress and grooming regulations.
You must take your drug test at your appointed Quest facility no later than Friday, June 26, 2026. Ms. Ford has scheduled all incoming student drug tests, so please contact her with any questions at tford@williamson.edu.
The deadline to submit your final high school transcript is Friday, June 26, 2026. Your transcript should be mailed to the following address:
Williamson College of the Trades
ATTN: Registrar
106 S. New Middletown Rd.
Media, PA 19063
Referencing your 2W9 Books, Supplies, Fees & Deposit form, the deadline to submit your payment is Friday, August 7, 2026. For information on your specific trade program, visit Annual Fees, Books & Supplies Information (don’t forget to add $200 for your deposit and $100 for your Class Dues):
Fall sports camp begins on Saturday, August 15, 2026 following Freshmen First Year Experience. It is an overnight camp. More information on Sports Camp will be sent in the early summer.
Freshman Registration is mandatory for ALL students, including student-athletes who attend sports camps. Registration and Orientation begin at 11:45 a.m. on Wednesday, August 19, 2026. Students must arrive fully prepared to meet all administrative requirements of the college and remain on campus until their first weekend break on Friday afternoon, August 21. Students should bring to Registration/Orientation all items from the “Clothing & Necessities” list. Activities will include:
- Registration
- Shop Orientation (introduces the student’s shop instructor)
- Academic Orientation (introduces the student’s instructors)
- Dormitory Move-In
- General Orientation (introduces various members of the college’s administration)
Please see the Clothing & Necessities and Dormitory Items Needed lists that were provided with your acceptance letter for what you should bring to campus.
