Upward Bound

What is Upward Bound?

Academics, Cultural Events, Activities and MUCH MORE!

Upward Bound is a pre-college program designed to prepare eligible high school students to successfully pursue an education beyond high school. We serve students from Cloquet, Central, Albrook, Cook, Cotton, and Wrenshall.

Upward Bound is a federally funded TRiO Program through the U.S. Department of Education designed to assist 75 students who are interested in enhancing their academic skills and continuing their education beyond high school.

All activities are provided FREE of cost if you are accepted into the program. Students are responsible for all personal items during Upward Bound programs and activities.

Meet WEEKLY with Upward Bound advisor at your high school to receive tutoring, discuss academic counseling, review goals, career plans, and college planning (scholarships,financial assistance, ACT preparation, essay writing, and college applications.

Attend MONTHLY Upward Bound Saturday Sessions, which includes community service projects, academic skill building, college campus tours,cultural events, academic and recreational activities.

Attend SUMMER classes at The College of St. Scholastica for five weeks and live in the dorms. Spend an additional week experiencing culture and eduacation.

Who is Eligible to Participate?

• First-generation student (neither parent has a four-year degree)
• Students whose family income is within U.S. Department of Education guidelines (call UB for details)
• Pursue higher education
• Students in 9th or 10th grade

How Do I Apply?

• UB applications are available from UB advisors or high school counselors
• Please enclose a commitment letter, application, and writing sample
• Applications are due October 25
  
  

For more information contact:
Upward Bound
The College of St. Scholastica
1200 Kenwood Avenue
Duluth, MN 55811
(218)723-5942

jemery@css.edu
sadamski@css.edu
ggoman@css.edu
wruby@css.edu

Upward Bound is a Federal TRIO Program. It is an educational opportunity outreach program designed to motivate and support students from disadvantaged backgrounds. Upward Bound is one of six TRIO outreach and support program targeted to serve and assist low-income, first-generation college students, and students with disabilities to progress through the academic pipeline from middle school to postbaccalaureate programs.