Academic Year Program

Enrolling in the right classes, prepping for tests, volunteering, getting good grades, and managing your time effectively are just some of the tasks you're going to undertake as a student on the path to college.

But we're here to guide and support you through the services we offer and a variety of other opportunities! 

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What to expect as a student

Depending on your grade, learn what specific skills and areas of support you can expect during the academic year as a TRIO UBMS Detroit Scholar.

  • Attend the UBMS College Preparatory Skills class if schedule allows
  • Follow a college-preparatory curriculum
  • Participate in weekly tutoring
  • Volunteer with UBMS at community events
  • Participate in STEM Saturdays if schedule allows
  • Participate in cultural and/or academic events organized by UBMS
  • Attend the UBMS Service-Learning class if schedule allows
  • Follow a college-preparatory curriculum
  • Participate in weekly tutoring
  • Volunteer with UBMS at community events
  • Participate in STEM Saturdays if schedule allows
  • Participate in cultural and/or academic events organized by UBMS
  • Attend the UBMS SAT Prep class if schedule allows
  • Follow a college-preparatory curriculum
  • Participate in weekly tutoring
  • Volunteer with UBMS at community events
  • Participate in STEM Saturdays if schedule allows
  • Participate in cultural and/or academic events organized by UB
  • Tour colleges and/or universities
  • Attend the UBMS College Readiness class if schedule allows 
  • Follow a college-preparatory curriculum
  • Participate in weekly tutoring
  • Volunteer with UBMS at community events
  • Participate in STEM Saturdays if schedule allows
  • Participate in cultural and/or academic events organized by UBMS
  • Tour colleges and/or universities 
  • Complete all necessary steps for college acceptance
  • Apply for scholarships and submit college applications
  • Complete financial aid (FAFSA) materials 
  • Work with UBMS staff to make final college or university selection 


Page last modified December 19, 2022