Santa Fe College Upward Bound

Organization Name:
Santa Fe College Upward Bound
Address:
209 W. Call Street
City, State, ZIP:
Starke, FL 32091
Phone:
(352) 395-5097
Website:
https://www.sfcollege.edu/studentaffairs/trio/upwardbound/index

Contact Name:
Yolanda Thomas
Title:
Director, Upward Bound Program
Email Address:
yolanda.thomas@sfcollege.edu

Program Description

Upward Bound is a comprehensive program designed to assist potential first-generation college-going students prepare for college. Our mission is to help students achieve their individual educational goals of entering and completing the college pathway of their choice.

Services Provided

Academic enrichment/tutoring/study skills
Arts and cultural
Career exploration and counseling/internships
College admissions guidance and counseling
College fairs/campus visits
College transition and retention support
Community service/service hours

Financial aid advising/FAFSA completion
Leadership development
Mentoring
Parent/family services
SAT/ACT and other test preparation
Scholarships and last-dollar grants
Science, tech, engineering, & math (STEM)

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Demographics

Education Level and
Number of Students

High School: 63
Middle School: 0
Elementary School: 0
Post-secondary: 0
Non-traditional: 0

Populations Served

Academically High-performing

First-Generation

Between 50% and 75%

Representative
Colleges Attended
by Alumni

Florida Agricultural and Mechanical University
Florida State University
Full Sail University
Santa Fe College
Savannah College of Art and Design
Savannah State University
The University of Tampa
University of South Florida: Tampa Campus

Matriculation & Completion

4-yr College Matriculation: 83%