PACE TRIO UPWARD BOUND

EMPOWERING SCHOLARS FOR A BRIGHTER FUTURE.

Supporting education and innovation.

“The goal of Upward Bound is to increase the rate at which participants complete secondary education and enroll in and graduate from institutions of post-secondary education.”

“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.” – DOE

HISTORY OF FEDERAL TRIO PROGRAMS

“The history of TRIO is progressive. It began with Upward Bound, which emerged out of the Economic Opportunity Act of 1964 in response to the administration’s War on Poverty. In 1965, Talent Search, the second outreach program, was created as part of the Higher Education Act. In 1968, Student Support Services, which was originally known as Special Services for Disadvantaged Students, was authorized by the Higher Education Amendments and became the third in a series of educational opportunity programs. By the late 1960’s, the term “TRIO” was coined to describe these federal programs.” – DOE

“The beautiful thing about learning is that no one can take it away from you.”

— B.B. King

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LASTING IMPACT

Watch Oscar, Emmy and Tony Award winning actress Viola Davis talk about how participating in TRIO Upward Bound transformed her life.

STUDENT LEADERS, STUDENT STORIES

GALLERIES

“Whenever you find yourself doubting how far you can go, just remember how far you have come. Remember everything you have faced, all the battles you have won, and all the fears you have overcome.” – Unknown

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RESOURCES OFFERED

Upward Bound provides intensive, year-round academic and enrichment services. The program includes a Saturday program during the academic year and a six-week summer program. Participants must be able to participate in both programs. Services include:

One-on-one academic advising/counseling
In-person, after-school tutors (remote tutoring also available)
SAT/ACT test fee waivers and college application fee waivers
Campus visits and presentations
Cultural enrichment activities including trips, events, workshops, and guest speakers
Assistance with the college admission process and financial aid application
Financial literacy
Instruction in Mathematics, Science, History, English, Foreign Language and other subjects
Standardized Test Prep

ADMISSION REQUIREMENTS

Students are eligible to apply for the Pace University TRIO Upward Bound Program if they:

Live in Brooklyn or attend one of the following high school in Brooklyn, NY: 1). Brooklyn Academy of Science and the Environment 2). Brooklyn Preparatory High School 3). Clara Barton High School 4). East Williamsburg Scholars Academy 5). George Westinghouse High School 6). John Jay High School for Law
Are a first-generation college-bound student (neither parent having a bachelor’s degree) AND/OR meet federal TRIO programs low-income levels
Are citizens or permanent residents of the United States
Are committed to the program (through senior year)
Are in need of academic support
Will be in high school for the 2024-2025 school year