Bowdoin College-UB 1-Eligibility Form

This form should be completed by the parent(s) or guardian(s) of the student who is applying to Upward Bound.

All information is confidential and is required to determine eligibility for UB.

If you have any questions, please contact our office at 1-877-879-2731.

Student*

First NameMiddle Init.Last Name

Student’s High School:

Expected Graduation (month/year):

Upward Bound at Bowdoin College works collaboratively with high school personnel as we assist students in graduating from high school and preparing for success in college. The school will be asked to provide academic information during the Bowdoin Upward Bound selection process and if accepted, for the remainder of high school.

Name of parent/guardian completing this form*

First NameLast Name

Parent/Guardian’s Home Phone #

(999)999-9999

Parent/Guardian’s Cell #

(999)999-9999

Parent/Guardian E-Mail Address*

example@example.com

Is this student a Ward of the Court?

YESNO

(If YES, skip to the end of form, sign and provide case manager contact with release.)

Did either of the student’s biological or adoptive parents complete a bachelor’s or a 4-year college degree?*

Yes, MotherYes, FatherNeither biological (or adoptive) parent completed a 4-year degree

Name of College/University (Mother)

Year

Name of College/University (Father)

Year

How many individuals live in the same household as the student, including parents, guardians or other relatives or dependents?

What is the TAXABLE INCOME listed on parent/guardian’s 2023 federal income tax return?

* Your Taxable Income is listed on your income tax return on lines:

2023 Form 1040- on line 15

OR

Parent/guardian was not required to file federal income tax return in 2022 and does not have taxable income to report.

Is the student a citizen of the United States?*

YesNo

If not a citizen, is the student a lawful permanent resident of the United States?

YesNo

If yes, please provide documentation of permanent residency.

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If neither a citizen nor permanent resident, please describe your immigration status:

I CERTIFY THAT THE INFORMATION REPORTED ON THIS ELIGIBLITY STATEMENT IS, TO THE BEST OF MY KNOWLEDGE AND BELIEF, TRUE, CORRECT, AND COMPLETE.

Parent/Guardian Signature*

Relationship to the Student*

Date*

mm-dd-yyyy

ACADEMIC RECORDS RELEASE

Student First & Last Name

First NameLast Name

Student's High School:

Expected Graduation (month/year):

Upward Bound at Bowdoin College works collaboratively with high school personnel as we assist students in graduating from high school and preparing for success in college. The school will be asked to provide academic information during the Bowdoin Upward Bound selection process and if accepted, for the remainder of high school.

I/We the undersigned,

1. Permit the release of the following student records for the above-named student as part of the application to Upward Bound and, if accepted, continuously for the remainder of high school:

Academic Transcript & current grades
NWEA/Map Growth Assessments
PSAT Scores
SAT Test Scores/SAT Subject Test Scores
Relevant IEP and/or 504 plans
Any other pertinent academic information
Disciplinary history

2. Permit high school administrators, student services staff and teachers to discuss the student’s academic progress and disciplinary history with Upward Bound staff.

3. Permit Upward Bound to share information with the school and community agencies which will contribute to my child’s success.

This academic records release expires 6 years from the high school graduation date above, in accordance with the terms of the federal Upward Bound grant, even if the student withdraws from the Upward Bound program.

Student Signature

Date

mm-dd-yyyy

Parent/Guardian Signature

Date

mm-dd-yyyy

MEDIA RELEASE

I authorize the use of my name and photographs for print & social media (including the Upward Bound yearbook, website, brochures, posters and news articles) as they relate to Upward Bound events & information.

Student Signature

Date

mm-dd-yyyy

Parent Signature

Date

mm-dd-yyyy

COLLEGE TRANSCRIPT & TRACKING RELEASE

Upward Bound is required by the US Department of Education to track college enrollment & progress of all participants for six years beyond high school. If selected, I authorize the release of all of my college enrollment, major and degree completion information to Bowdoin UB form secure third parties such as National Student Clearinghouse for tracking purposes.

Student Signature

Date

mm-dd-yyyy

Parent Signature

Date

mm-dd-yyyy

New Student Releases

Student Name

First NameLast Name

I/We the undersigned, agree to the student records and media release that are detailed in the four areas below and initialed by us. I/We understand that, if selected for Upward Bound, this authorization for release of information remains in effect for six years after high school graduation. Records will be released to: Bowdoin Upward Bound, 3400 College Station, Brunswick ME 04011-8425.

Student Intitials

Parent Initials

COLLEGE FINANCIAL AID RELEASE

I authorize any college to which I apply to provide Financial Aid (FA) information (including package details & status) to Bowdoin College Upward Bound staff. I authorize Upward Bound staff to discuss my FA award with college FA administration where I have applied.

Student Initials

Parent Initials

Student Initials

Parent Initials

HIGH SCHOOL RECORDS RELEASE

I authorize my high school to provide the following to Upward Bound at the time of application: guidance recommendation, complete transcript with attendance and test scores, immunization and health information from school nurse and, if applicable an IEP or 504 plan.

I selected for UB, I authorize the release of test scores, grades, academic progress and attendance to UB on an ongoing basis via the school's electronic system of grades or through the guidance office.

Student Initials

Parent Initials

Parent/Guardian Input

How do you feel about your student’s potential participation in the Upward Bound program?

Participation in Upward Bound includes several overnight trips and extended stays on campus (up to 3 weeks) for students following sophomore and junior year of high school. How will your student and other family members handle these absences from home?

Please share how you feel your student is doing in the following areas:

	Area of growth	This is improving	Doing pretty well	This is a strength
Time management
Homework completion
Asking for help
School attendance
Organization
Using strategies to calm down when upset

What do you feel are your student’s particular strengths?

In what areas do you think your student could use additional support or guidance?

What are your thoughts on your student’s current academic and/or career plans?

Is there anything else that would be helpful for us to know about your student or your family situation?

Bowdoin Upward Bound

3400 College Station

Brunswick, ME 044011

Web Address: https://www.bowdoin.edu/upward-bound/index.html

Telephone: 207-725-3559

Toll Free: 1-877-879-2731

Bowdoin College Upward Bound is 100% funded through a grant from the US Department of Education in the amount of $ 549, 947

Bowdoin College complies with applicable provisions of federal and state laws that prohibit discrimination in employment, admission or access to its educational or extracurricular programs, activities, or facilities based on race, color, ethnicity, national origin, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity and/or expression, age, marital status, place of birth, veteran status or against qualified individuals with disabilities on the basis of disability.

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