+ What is Upward Bound?

Upward Bound is a college preparation program funded by the U.S. Department of Education. Upward Bound is a supportive program that identifies, motivates and prepares eligible students to complete high school, enroll in and graduate from institutions of post-secondary education. Students who complete the Upward Bound program have a higher graduation rate from college when compared to students who do not participate in Upward Bound.

+What commitments must I make?

Participants should be willing to actively participate in both the academic year and summer component of the Upward Bound program until graduation from high school.

• Academic Year (August/September through May) During the academic year, participants will be responsible for attending monthly meetings. The meetings will be designed to improve the appreciation of learning while increasing academic knowledge and skills in the areas of math, science, English and ACT/SAT preparation. Free tutoring is provided to assist in academic areas where participants are experiencing difficulties. Participants will create personal, academic and career goals that include planning for college, study skills development, test preparation, and career exploration. Opportunities will be offered to visit college campuses, participate in cultural activities, field trips, and attend special events within the academic year.

+ What does it cost to join Upward Bound?

Upward Bound is FREE of cost. This includes but is not limited to: tutoring sessions, classroom instruction, college visits, and trips.

+ Summer Program (June through July)

The summer program is an academically intensive six-week program that will provide participants with unique opportunities to experience a wide range of educational, personal development, and social activities. Participants attend classes in Science, English, Math, Foreign Language, and other exciting subjects at a selected school/university. Participants also have an exciting opportunity to attend a college tour trip during the last week of the summer program.