What is Upward Bound Detroit?
WHAT IS UPWARD BOUND?
The Upward Bound (UB) Detroit Program is a federally funded program in a cluster of programs referred to as TRIO. The TRIO programs began after the enactment of the Higher Education Act of 1965. Grand Valley State University has received continual funding for the TRIO UB Program since 1978.
The GVSU TRIO Upward Bound Detroit program is designed to assist high school students from traditionally underserved backgrounds reach their potential by earning a college degree.
UB Detroit:
- serves high school students from low-income families and who are first-generation college students (their parents did not graduate from college with a bachelor's degree) and
- primarily supports students at University Prep District High Schools; University Prep Academy, University Prep Art & Design, and University Prep Science & Math.
Program Highlights
The GVSU TRIO Upward Bound Detroit Program is funded to serve 60 students between University Prep Academy, University Prep Art & Design, and University Prep Science & Math in Detroit, Michigan. The program provides:
- A supportive learning environment with academic instruction, tutoring and advising
- Individualized support and encouragement for all students
- An intensive six-week Summer Residential Program in Allendale and Detroit, Michigan, with academic, cultural, and social activities
- College campus tours
- Cultural field trips in and out-of-state
- Assistance in the search for financial aid and scholarships, as well as support in completing the college application and admissions process
