Upward Bound is a program offered by the University of Cincinnati Clermont College and is funded by the U.S. Department of Education.Our goal is to provide enrichment, information and direction to high school students who attend our target schools, so they can become successfully enrolled in college after high school graduation.
The Upward Bound Program was first created in 1965 through Federal Congressional Legislation, funded under Title IV of the Higher Education Act of 1965.Upward Bound is one of the two oldest educational programs funded by the Federal Government; it is the first of seven educational programs now grouped under the name “TRIO Programs”.Upward Bound Programs exist on college campuses across the United States, with more than 750 programs in operation.
Upward Bound at UC Clermont, part of Ohio TRIO has served students in Clermont and Brown Counties, since 1995. 70% of our graduates since 1996 whom we are able to contact (43 of 61) are in college or have graduated.
PARTICIPATING SCHOOLS
Upward Bound at UC Clermont is funded to serve a total of 56 selected students annually from the following area high schools:
Amelia High School
Batavia High School
Bethel-Tate High School
Felicity-Franklin High School
Georgetown High School
Goshen High School
Western Brown High School
Williamsburg High School
What Does Upward Bound Offer?
During the course of regularly scheduled meetings, Upward Bound students are provided many services and experiences, such as:
Advising Services – assistance in college selection, admissions information, applying for financial aid
Career Exploration – identifying interests, strengths, and values;internship opportunities
Cultural Experiences- field trips andworkshops with cultural emphasis
Leadership Development – opportunities to attend State and Regional Conferences
Tutoring Services – provided at participating high schools, as needed
How to Join
High school freshmen, sophomores, and juniors from participating high schools are eligible to apply. Applications are available from your high school counselors or by contacting one of the Upward Bound Staff at UC Clermont.Students are selected based on requirements set by Federal Grant guidelines.Eligibility criteria include applicants having neither parent with a four year college degree and /or meeting income requirements.
Upward Bound’s Mission Statement
Upward Bound at the University of Cincinnati Clermont College encourages life-long learning through a learning community that enables high school students in Clermont and Brown Counties to develop and enhance the intellectual, cultural and social skills necessary for success in postsecondary education.
