All Upward Bound services are provided FREE of charge to eligible participants.
During the academic year, students receive stipends of up to $20 per month for completing program activities. Students participating in the summer program receive $15 per week.
All Upward Bound pre-approved program expenses (classes, housing, meals, and field trips) are paid for by the program.
Expectations
All students must work hard in school to attain a 2.5 grade point average (GPA) in all of their academic courses and incrementally increase their yearly cumulative GPA by 0.05 or higher.
Students must pursue a rigorous course curriculum, as described in the Washington State College Academic Distribution Requirements (CADRs).
Students must request tutoring from UB staff if obtaining a C or less in any class.
Students must attend all academic activities as required.
Seniors must apply for admission to three colleges or universities.
Students need to complete required standardized testing.
Services offered
Study skills development
Tutorial assistance
Career exploration
Assistance in choosing a college
Tours of college and university campuses and visits to college fairs
College application and financial aid application assistance
SAT, ACT, and/or college application fee waivers
Standardized test preparations for the SAT and ACT
Social, cultural, and recreational opportunities
Summer classes in composition and literature, math, computers, science, and foreign languages
Financial aid and scholarship search assistance
Financial literacy
Stipends (up to $30/month for completion of program requirements)
