When you start at Castleton, you’re taking a big leap.
That's why we offer the Summer Transition Program (STP) to TRIO students entering their first semester at Castleton.
Summer Transition Program (STP) is a five-day program that runs the week before first-year orientation every August. The 2022 Summer Transition Program will take place from Sunday, August 14 - Thursday, August 18. During the week, you will live on campus with other students and upper-class students who will serve as mentors. You'll participate in workshops, projects, and experiential activities about various topics, including learning styles, time management, research papers, and paying for college. We'll acquaint you with the ins and outs of campus life and discuss how you can succeed in college.
Oh, and did we mention STP is fun? Past STP groups have attended plays, watched movies, tried rock climbing, and hiked Vermont's beautiful mountains, all while making new friends. By the time first-year orientation is underway, you'll be a part of the team - and feel much more at home at Castleton.
Best of all the Summer Transition Program is free to all students accepted into the program. It includes housing, meals, and all workshops and activities, and it’s open to residential and commuter students.
Good for you! However, your practice and training schedule may conflict with STP, so you may not be able to participate in the program. But don’t worry: your time with your team will give you the same jump-start on college life, and you can always meet with us during the semester to discuss everything we cover during STP.
We welcome you to join us for Summer Transition. However, since you will be living and studying in the Lodge at Killington, we will not have housing for you on the Castleton campus after August 18th.
The Summer Transition Program admits first-year students selected according to U.S. Department of Education TRIO grant guidelines.
Applications are due July 1, 2022. Preference for STP admission will be given to students who meet two of the three following criteria:
To earn the $1,000-$2,000 Fall 2022 SSS TRIO Achievement Grant, all criteria below must be met:
SSS TRIO Achievement Grants will be awarded in February 2023.
The Summer Transition Program has definitely helped me grow into the college student I am today. I remember how hard it was for me to have my parents leave, but with the Summer Transition Program you are given the push forward you need and end up running through your first semester. This program sets you up for success if you are willing to let everyone help you.