apu international college bridge program (cbp) gives students an opportunity to experience college coursework and earn college credit before graduating from high school. it allows high school students to boost their academic profile as well save time and money from future study abroad expenses. there has been a boom in the number of vietnamese students studying in the united states, and most families in this category often cite cost as the number one barrier. cbp allows families to save one or two years in earning their bachelor's degrees, which translates into a cost savings of up to $80,000 for the family.