What is Upward Bound Program?

Upward Bound Program (UB) is a federally funded program offered through Alabama State University in partnership with Montgomery County, Lowndes County, and Autauga County Schools. Our program aims to equip students and parents with accurate information on post-secondary and financial aid opportunities in order to empower students to attend college/ university of their choice after high school.

What kind of services does UB provide?

Upward Bound is required to offer the following FREE services to students who qualify:

• Academic Tutoring
• Career Exploration
• Financial Aid Literacy
• College Entrance/Planning
• ACT/SAT Information
• University Campus Tours
• Academic Advising
• Summer Bridge
• Summer Camp

What are the eligibility requirements?

The UB program is available to all high school students who are U.S. citizens enrolled at our 7 participating schools at the time of application and have an academic need. You must also meet at least one or more of the following criteria: a) first generation student; b) income within federal guidelines.

Where is Upward Bound located?

ALABAMA STATE UNIVERSITY UB OFFICE IS LOCATED AT:
Patterson Hall 326~ Montgomery, AL ~ 334-604-6009

• Complete the attached UB Application with your parents.
• Attach proof of income
  
  • Complete and sign Tax Verification Form –
  • A signed statement from your parent, if they did not file taxes the previous year.
• Inform High School Counselor that you are applying to the program and request a copy of your most recent report card and SAT/ACT scores
• Submit Counselor Recommendation Form
• Submit Teacher Recommendation Form (Must be completed by a teacher in an academic area such as math, science, English, history or foreign languages.)
• Submit Application (Only completed applications with all required documentation attached will be reviewed.)

*Upon application completion and review, you will receive a call, email or letter via U.S. mail informing you about interview setup, acceptance or denial.

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If a student lives with one parent, include only that parents' information.

I authorize Upward Bound to gather information concerning all my academic progress (standardized test scores, grade point average, grade report, earned credit, transcripts, tutoring, etc.) prior to my participation in UB. I understand that this information is used to help determine my eligibility for UB and I grant permission for UB to gather information for follow up whenever appropriate, including, but not limited to, progress to undergraduate institutions. I am aware that my eligibility will be reported to the U.S. Department of Education in accordance with the grant funding regulations. I certify that the information provided on this application is true and complete to the best of my knowledge. I also agree to provide documentation upon request to verify the information reported.

I hereby authorize the use of my photographic image in any and all publications, such as the monthly newsletter, newspaper articles, social media (Facebook, Instagram, Snapchat, Twitter, Remind101, ASU Buzz) and campus-wide e-mail notices. I authorize Alabama State University to use my name, photo or information about me in promotion of the college through radio, television or other materials. I understand that my picture could come from a digital image such as my file or from photos taken on various field trips and social events.

I am aware that personal information provided to Upward Bound will be protected under the Federal Education Rights Privacy Act (FERPA) of 1974. No one will have access to the information unless they work with or for UB, or are specifically authorized by me to see the information.