Upward Bound (UB) is a year-round comprehensive academic college preparation and retention program that serves students from North County High Schools. UB provides academic instruction and support, and promotes academic excellence to high-potential college bound students preparing to attend and graduate from a four year university upon high school graduation.
UB is a federally-funded TRIO program through the U.S. Department of Education. The program originated nationally in 1964 to assist underrepresented students achieve their post-secondary education goals.
Upward Bound Offers:
Academic Year Component
During the Academic Year Component (AYC), Upward Bound offers the following services:
- Academic Advising
- College Prep Guidance
- Assistance in College Admissions Forms
- After School Tutoring
- SAT/PSAT/ACT Test Preparation Classes
- Financial Aid, College and Career Student Workshops
- Parent College Prep Workshops
- College Visits/College Fairs
- Educational/Cultural Field Trips
- College Saturdays
- Bus Transportation provided for Selected Events
Summer Component
The Summer Component simulates a college going experience and is designed to provide students with the opportunity to enrich their academic skills in a college setting.
During the Summer Component, Upward Bound offers the following services:
- 5-Week Summer Component
- College Prep Courses
- Academic Enrichment
- Cultural Activities
- College Visits and Field Trips
- Career and Academic Advising
- Leadership and Team Building Skills Development
- Study Habits Necessary for College