TRIO Upward Bound
Upward Bound (UB) is a federally funded program through the Department of Education that supports 60 students each year in their preparation for college admission. At Azusa Pacific University, UB provides holistic programming to potential first-generation to college students from Azusa High School who demonstrate academic potential. UB Scholars receive services that help them identify their strengths, explore their purpose, and thrive in academic and social settings. Further, UB Scholars graduate high school with the ability to navigate postsecondary institutions and persevere through adversity. As a result, UB Scholars will be empowered to advocate for themselves and achieve their educational goals.
Key Services
TRIO Upward Bound (UB) offers holistic programming to potential first-generation to college students from Azusa High School with the purpose of motivating and equipping participants with the skills to graduate high school and complete a program of postsecondary education. To achieve its mission, UB offers the following services:
Key Services
TRIO Upward Bound (UB) offers holistic programming to potential first-generation to college students from Azusa High School with the purpose of motivating and equipping participants with the skills to graduate high school and complete a program of postsecondary education. To achieve its mission, UB offers the following services:
- Academic tutoring services to support participants completion of A-G coursework
- Individual academic coaching centered on conversations regarding course selection, college admission requirements, financial aid options, and personal, educational, and career goals.
- Preparation for college entrance exams and state assessments
- Student development workshops relating to financial aid, financial literacy, career exploration, college applications, study skills, time management, and self-advocacy.
- Exposure to college campuses and cultural events throughout the year
- Informational meetings for participant guardians on postsecondary education options, college admission requirements, financial aid, and the first-generation to the college experience
- Six-week summer academic enrichment courses in English, math, science, and a foreign language in addition to recreational and personal development activities to prepare them for the rigors of college