Upward Bound

Upward Bound provides fundamental support to participants in their preparation for college entrance. The program provides opportunities for participants to succeed in their precollege performance and ultimately in their 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. The goal of Upward Bound is to increase the rate at which participants complete secondary education and enroll in and graduate from institutions of postsecondary education.

The CSU, Chico Upward Bound Programs accept applications at any time.  In order to apply, you must be a student in the 8th, 9th or 10th grade and attend, or will be attending by fall semester, one of the 16 high schools we serve (see list below).  Current 11th graders are encouraged to apply, however, the selection of 11th grade applicants are based on the availability of open spots at the time the application is received.

 If you are interested in joining the Upward Bound Program, please complete either an online application or a paper application.

ONLINE APPLICATION

To apply to the program using the online application, please use the following links:

• English Language Online Application

• Spanish Language Online Application

Once your application has been submitted you will receive an email confirmation that we have received it along with any request for additional information if needed.

PAPER APPLICATION

Print out an application in English (PDF) or print one in Spanish (PDF).

Mail COMPLETE packet to the Upward Bound Office:

Upward Bound Projects

CSU, Chico SSC 392

Chico, CA 95929-0712

*Both application methods Include a check-off list.  Please make sure to follow the instructions on this list to prevent any delay in the processing of your application.

If you have any questions concerning our program or the application process, please do not hesitate to give us a call, 530-898-5181.

Upward Bound is a Federal TRIO Program funded by the U.S. Department of Education.

This WIOA Title I financially assisted program or activity is an equal opportunity employer/program. Auxiliary aids and services are available upon request to individuals with disabilities.