Top Ten Reasons To Join UB
Check out ten reasons to join Upward Bound.
Academic Advising and Tutoring
In these weekly sections, you'll receive tutoring in the classes you're currently taking, plus advice on planning your future coursework to prepare for college.
College and Career Counseling
Get all the information you need to succeed in college.
- Learn about admission procedures
- How to applying for financial aid
- Information on living in the dorms
- How to choosing a major
See which career choices are best suited to your individual skills and interests.
College Campus Tours
Ready for a road trip? Spend some time visiting campuses throughout California and exploring your college options.
Parent Programs
Upward Bound encourages parents to get involved with their children's education. We offer an orientation session for parents of new Upward Bound participants, and parents of continuing UB students receive information on college and financial aid options.
UC Prep
Each year, UB hosts special early admission information and counseling sessions for UC-bound juniors.
Saturday Sessions and Campus Visits to UC Davis
Join UB on the UC Davis campus for workshops on college preparation and the admissions process. Students participate in:
- Skill building exercises such management tasks
- Sessions may include computer exercises
- How to prepare resumes
- How to search for college or financial aid information
- How to gather other resources for future success
- They also have fun!
Summer Residential Program
This 6-week live-in program gives students in 9th through 11th grades an opportunity to earn a maximum of 10 high school elective credits. Graduating seniors can earn college units at UC Davis' Summer Session.
Field Trips
Explore the world with UB's field trips. Some regular destinations include the Shakespeare Festival in Ashland, Oregon, annual leadership conferences, and even sports events.
Financial Help
Earn a $10.00 stipend each week for a total of $60.00 during the 6-week Summer Residential Program. Program participants qualify to receive fee waivers for college applications and college preparatory exams (SAT I/SAT II and ACT).
All This At No Cost To Participants!
All Upward Bound activities are offered at no cost to you and your family. Take advantage of this opportunity and apply now.