Application
Upward Bound Classic
WHO IS ELIGIBLE TO APPLY?
Motivated 8th, 9th, 10th, or 11th grade students attending or planning to attend Christiana High School, Glasgow High School, Newark High School, or William Penn High School who have an interest in college.
Students must live in our target school districts: Colonial or Christina. *A student residing in the Christina or Colonial school districts that participate in school choice to attend a non-feeder high school is still eligible for the program.
First-Generation College Students and/or Low-Income Students
Students with a 2.5 GPA or higher
Commitment to participating in the program through High School
Upward Bound Classic accepts applications on a rolling basis.
A completed application must consist of the following items:
Income verification
Copy of parent’s/guardian’s signed Tax Form 1040 and W2 or verification from governmental source
100 word essay answering the following questions: (Please attach a separate sheet if needed)
Why are you interested in TRIO programs?
What are your future goals?
How can a TRIO program help you reach those goals?
Needs Assessment
Parent Assessment
A copy of your most recent report card, DCAS and official transcript
Cumulative GPA must be reported
Two (2) completed recommendation forms
For Upward Bound Classic: One completed by a guidance counselor and the second by a teacher
Email, Mail, or fax your completed application to:
Upward Bound Classic Program
Delaware Technical Community College, Room E408
300 North Orange Street Wilmington, DE 19801
Phone 302.657.5120 | Fax 302.657.5119