Upward Bound provides fundamental support to participants in their preparation for college entrance. The program provides opportunities for participants to succeed in pre-college performance and ultimately in higher education pursuits.
Upward Bound serves high school students from low-income families, high school students from families in which neither parent holds a bachelors degree, and
low-income, first-generation military veterans who are preparing to enter postsecondary education. Read more about Upward Bound.
Applying for Upward Bound has never been easier. Download the application for Upward Bound (Word, 1.16 MB).
Upward Bound has organized the annual Southern California College Tour for 9th and 10th grade students. The purpose of this trip is to increase our students’ interest in higher education by exposing them to college and university campuses. This year’s Southern California College Tour will take place on Thursday, November 19th, 2009. We will visit Harvey Mudd, Pomona College, CSU Los Angeles and CSU Pomona. This is a wonderful opportunity for students to become familiar with institutions outside of their communities. Invitations for students who have good Saturday Tutorial attendance will be mailed soon, so be sure to check your mailbox everyday.
Upward Bound would like to recognize Ana Estrada for her academic improvement at Lynwood High School. Ana is a junior who struggled academically throughout her first year of high school. However, she communicated with Upward Bound that she wanted to excel in her grades and since then she has had a proactive approach toward working on her GPA. Ana has worked hard to get back on track and has had great success since then! With great effort, she completed the spring semester with a 3.4 GPA.
We are extremely proud of Ana's determination and look forward to hearing about her future achievements. It gives the Upward Bound staff great joy to recognize students like Ana who understand the importance of higher education. Keep up the good work, Ana, you are a great role model to all Upward Bound students!
Note: Saturday Tutorials are mandatory for all students. Unexcused absences may result in dismissal from the program. If you have any questions or will not be attending any of the listed dates please contact your Educational Career Advisor.
SAT: TEST DATES
ACT: TEST DATES
Please contact your Educational Career Advisor for more information regarding Registration Deadlines and fee waivers.
Want to know where your team stands, check out Instant RePlay, the official publication for all of the scores, highlights, and photos of The GAME. Don't forget your Team Fun Facts this week for your spirit points! Download your copy now! ( Word, 9.04 MB)
The following campus parking lots are open for Saturday Tutorials and Parent Support Group meeting.
Please do not park in any of the restricted lots, you will be ticketed at your expense. Remember to check for posted signs.
- 1, 11, 12, 13, 14, 16, 18, 20 and Parking Structure.
PSAT Exam
Upward Bound encourages all 9th, 10th and 11th grade students to sign up for the October PSAT exam. The PSAT test will help you practice for the SAT exam that you will during your junior or and senior year. Each school has different dates, prices and policies regarding the PSAT, so visit your high school counselor for additional information.
It is time for high school seniors to sign up for SAT and ACT exams. Visit the websites and register today for the various test that will be offered this fall. Computers are available in the Upward Bound Office for you to work on these application and keep in mind that fee waivers are available for qualifying students. This semester Upward Bound will offer SAT/ACT preparation during Saturday Tutorials. Be sure to attend and take advantage of the opportunity to practice!
Saturday Tutorials are mandatory for all students. Three or more unexcused absences may result in dismissal from the Upward Bound Program. If you have any questions or concerns contact your Education Career Advisor.
Attention students, parents and friends! UB is in the process of recruiting new participants who are in the 8th, 9th and 10th grades. We are recruiting students to participate in all components of the UB program—not just for our summer program. Students who are interested in applying for the program can download applications online. Please submit online applications as soon as possible. Feel free to contact the UB Office if you have any questions.
The Tutorial Center is open after school at 5500 E. Atherton #202 for students who live close to CSULB. If you are interested in receiving tutorial services at your high school, please contact Jamie Johnson at (562) 985-7557.
EOP Applications
For seniors who submitted applications to CSU campuses, EOP applications should be completed as soon as possible. Applications are available online, and you need to request a recommendation letter from a teacher or counselor.
