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What is Upward Bound?
Upward Bound is a free college preparatory program for high school
students funded by the U.S. Department of Education. The goal of Upward
Bound is to increase the rate at which participants complete high
school and enroll in and graduate from institutions of post-secondary
education.
Eligibility Criteria
- U.S. citizen
- Freshman or sophomore student
- Meets low-income guidelines established by the federal
government
- Potential first generation college graduate (neither parent
completed a 4-year college degree)
- Demonstrates a need for academic support with a grade point
average not less than 2.0
- Must attend Thomas Jefferson High School or North Dallas
High School
Program Services
- After-school individual and group tutorials in college
preparatory courses that include: Math, Science, Foreign Language,
Composition, Literature, Study Skills
- Standardized test preparation: TAKS, PSAT, SAT/ACT
- Six-week summer session on the campus of Brookhaven College
- Academic, personal and career counseling
- Assistance with college admission and financial aid
applications
- College & university tours
- Cultural activities and field trips
- Leadership training workshops
- Social skills development
- Monthly stipends for attendance
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