Upward Bound provides academic support to high school students so they may complete high school, enroll in college, and successfully obtain a college degree. Funded by the U.S. Department of Education TRIO Programs division, qualifying participants come from families who meet federal income guidelines, or will be first-generation college students.
As Upward Bound students, participants engage in academic programs throughout the year including:
Students also have opportunities to form bonds with other students from area schools through various cultural and personal development experiences. All of these opportunities are paid for by Upward Bound.