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You're College
Bound
Helping you unlock your potential
Upward Bound Programs provide free and fun college-prep for high schoolers that meet program eligibility. Our Upward Bound Program advisors work with you throughout high school to help you realize your dream of going to college, build a plan to reach your goal and succeed when you get there. We help you develop decision-making and leadership skills, navigate financial aid and college application process, and explore options during and after high school. Get the boost you need to get where you want to go.
What We Offer
Upward Bound programs provide comprehensive academic enrichment to equip you with the skills and knowledge you need for college success including decision-making and leadership development and direct exposure to the college environment. Students participate in the program from the time of acceptance through high school graduation. Our program advisors will even guide you through the college application process, financial aid options, and much more.
- College Visits
- Social/Cultural Activities & Trips
- Pre-college Summer Camp
- Stipends (Like an allowance)
- College Credit
- Daily After-School Tutoring
- Personal Counseling
Participating Schools
UW-Green Bay hosts two Upward Bound Programs. One is general Upward Bound that offers opportunities to explore careers in all areas and is available for students from the Green Bay Area Public Schools listed below. The other is Upward Bound Math and Science which focuses on preparing students who are interested in pursuing careers in science, technology, engineering and mathematics. Our program advisors will help match you with the right program after you apply.
Upward Bound Schools
Our general Upward Program serves students from the following Green Bay Area Public high schools.
Upward Bound Math & Science Schools
Our Upward Bound Math and Science emphasis program serves students from the following 20 high schools in Wisconsin, Minnesota and Michigan.
- Appleton West
- Green Bay East
- Green Bay Preble
- Green Bay Southwest
- Green Bay West
- Kaukauna
- Manitowoc Lincoln
- Menasha
- Milwaukee Ronald Reagan
- Milwaukee Rufus King
- Milwaukee South Division
- Minneapolis Camden (MN)
- Minneapolis South (MN)
- Oshkosh North
- Rochester John Marshall (MN)
- Sheboygan South
- Stevens Point
- Tigerton
- Wayne Memorial (MI)
- Wittenberg-Birnamwood
Ready To Apply?
Students can apply at anytime. To apply, complete an online application form. You won't be able to save your progress, so make sure you have everything you need before you begin:
- Your address, phone number, and personal and school email addresses
- Your current school, grade level and cumulative GPA (Grade Point Average)
- Your parent or guardian's phone number(s) and email address(es)
- Know whether or not each parent earned a degree from a 4-year college or university
Program Eligibility
Students who meet the following criteria are given priority for selection:
- You are or will be attending one of the participating schools
- You are a U.S. citizen or permanent resident
- You are from a low-income household and/or your parents did not complete a 4-year college degree
- You are interested in learning and gaining skills that will help you in the future
Need Help?
It's normal to have questions on the application process. If you get stuck or need help, just ask.