The Upward Bound Program at the University of Wisconsin-Milwaukee is a federally funded (U.S. Department of Education) TRIO college preparatory program with a design to generate in its participants the skills and motivation they need in education beyond high school. Upward Bound provides unique academic, career, and leadership opportunities for qualifying high school students who express an interest in pursuing college and demonstrate the potential to succeed in post-secondary education. Upward Bound grants currently serve approximately 956 programs nationwide and in Puerto Rico with over 70,000 students.
Providing the Tools to Build Academic Skills, Emotional Intelligence, and Social Success in High School, College, and Beyond The mission of TRIO and Upward Bound serves to address and help develop the knowledge, skills, and abilities that college demands. Students achieve program goals through a well-developed academic and career readiness curriculum. Through workshops, tutoring, and advising, we are partners fostering the formation and pursuit of intellectual goals and well-developed leadership skills.
It is also important to note that we are a resource; however, parents are the most vital support our students can have. Parents whose children participate in Upward Bound are required to support the program and their child’s involvement. By working together (program, students, and parents), we can prepare a better future for our scholars.
Students who enroll in Upward Bound must be:
- A potential first-generation college student (neither parent has completed a four-year college degree) And/Or
- From a family that meets income eligibility guidelines as determined by the Department of Education. To view the guidelines, visit https://www2.ed.gov/about/offices/list/ope/trio/incomelevels.html
- In the 9th or 10th grade
- Enrolled in one of the target area schools:
- Bay View, Hmong American Peace Academy, Marshall, Milwaukee High School of the Arts, Riverside, South Division, Washington, and Wisconsin Conservatory of Lifelong Learning; or within the target school service area
Requirements
- Motivated to participate in all program activities and willing to work hard. Students must be willing to participate in UB during the summer and throughout the school year.
- Committed to attending college after high school.
- Upward Bound gives preference to students who are willing to remain in the program through graduation from high school.
Upward Bound provides participants with intense academic development, career exploration, personal support, decision-making, leadership development and direct exposure to the college environment. Students participate in the program from the time of acceptance through high school graduation.
Six-Week Summer Session
Participation in a required six-week pre-college summer program (June through July) on the UW-Milwaukee campus. Students attend classes according to grade level.
Other opportunities during the summer include:
- Experiencing college life and making new friends.
- Electives such as photography, self-defense, swimming, and study skills.
- Improving communication skills and leadership training.
- Field trips to explore academics, careers and college campuses.
Program Details
Upward Bound provides information and assistance with college applications, scholarships and financial aid. Monthly meetings with advisors to address academics, college, career and personal challenges keep students on track. Guidance is provided for high school seniors through the college application process with direct supervision. Additionally, assistance for parents and students navigating the financial aid process are program goals. Students may earn monthly stipends of up to $40 during the school year, and a weekly stipend of $10 during the six-week summer program, for satisfactory participation.
Academic Year
During the school year, students attend weekly tutoring, academic skill building, and computer lab sessions. Plus:
- College Visits and Campus Tours
- Career Exploration
- Researching Majors and Minors
- College Placement Assistance
- Pre-ACT Instruction
- ACT Practice Testing
- National TRIO Day Celebration
The pursuit of higher education is part of the ultimate goal of earning a college degree.
To apply to become part of the Upward Bound program, click the link below to begin. If your school blocks outside email messages, please use your personal email address or Gmail.
Upward Bound Program Registration
If you prefer to have an application sent to your email as a PDF or a paper copy mailed to your home, please email your request to us at upward-bound@uwm.edu
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Office Information
414-739-5046
upward-bound@uwm.edu
3203 N. Downer Ave.
Milwaukee, WI 53211
Mailing Address
University of Wisconsin-Milwaukee
P.O. Box 413
Milwaukee, WI 53201-0413
Christina Garza Pre-College Services Manager
414-229-3139
cgarza@uwm.edu
Dan Chatfield Pre-College Services Advising Specialist
414-229-6513
chatfield@uwm.edu
Raven Avery-Moore Pre-College Services Advising Specialist
414-251-5634
averymo2@uwm.edu
Jacob Amidon Program Coordinator
414-977-7696
amidon@uwm.edu
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