TRiO Upward Bound is a college preparatory program that empowers high school students from low-income families and those whose parents don’t hold a bachelor's degree.
We’re here to help you build a strong educational foundation through year-round learning opportunities including engaging instruction in essential subjects, after school study halls, Saturday academies, and an enriching six-week summer program. Plus, our exciting enrichment activities—like college visits and SAT prep and financial aid workshops—give you valuable insights into the college experience and application process. Join us on your journey to higher education!
Instruction in essential subjects
We'll provide you instruction in reading, writing, study skills, and other subjects necessary for success in high school and beyond.
Dedicated Counseling
Our counselors provide Academic, financial, or personal counseling
Tutoring
Free tutoring services in a variety of subjects
Information on post secondary education opportunities
College visits and other enrichment activities will familiarize you with the various universities and the college environment.
Assistance in completing financial aid applications
We offer financial aid workshops to help you complete the necessary application to get money for college.
Support in Applying to College
We offer SAT workshops and application assistance to prepare you for college entrance
Am I Eligible for TRiO Upward Bound?
Upward Bound offers free services to students who meet the following criteria:
Apply to TRiO Upward Bound
Ready to become a TRiO Upward Bound participant? Complete our online application.
Contact Us
- Monday- Thursday, 8:00am-4:30pm at North Salinas High School - Career Center
- Fridays at Hartnell College in Building N, Room 5A
- Monday- Thursday, 8:00am-4:30pm @ E. Alvarez High School - Room 210
- Fridays at Hartnell College in Building N, Room 5
Learn More About TRiO Upward Bound
Upward Bound serves high school students from low-income families and high school students from families in which neither parent holds a bachelor's degree. Upward Bound provides fundamental support and motivation to participants in their preparation for college entrance. The program provides opportunities for participants to succeed in pre-college performance and ultimately in higher education pursuits.
Upward Bound serves high school students from low-income families and high school students from families in which neither parent holds a bachelor's degree. Upward Bound provides fundamental support and motivation to participants in their preparation for college entrance. The program provides opportunities for participants to succeed in pre-college performance and ultimately in higher education pursuits.
Upward Bound is a college preparatory program that provides eligible high school students rigorous academic support and guidance toward a post-secondary education. In order to increase the rates at which participants enroll in and graduate from institutions of post secondary education, our Upward Bound projects provide instruction in math, laboratory science, composition, literature, and foreign language in addition to the above services. Participants learn year round through afterschool study halls, Saturday academies and a six-week summer program, gaining a solid educational foundation that prepares our Upward Bound scholars for college level studies. Enrichment activities, including college visits and SAT and financial aid workshops, expose them to a college setting and the application process.
Upward Bound programs are typically housed on college/university campuses to familiarize students with a college environment . Currently, Hartnell College houses two Upward Bound program serving Alisal, Everett Alvarez, North Salinas and Rancho San Juan High School.
Upward Bound is funded by the U.S. Department of Education’s TRIO program and is available at no cost to participants.
For more information about TRIO, visit the U.S. Department of Education website.
