• Rock Valley College (RVC) TRIO Upward Bound Application

    Thank you for your interest in the Rock Valley College Upward Bound Program! The Upward Bound Program provides the support and motivation necessary to graduate high school and earn a college degree. Students participate until they graduate from high school and receive all services at no cost.

    Program participants must be a U.S. Citizen or permanent resident and must meet the following criteria:

    • Attend Rockford Auburn or East High School
    • Completed 8th grade but have not completed high school
    • Be a potential first-generation college student: A student whose parents have not received a bachelor's degree; or
    • Be a low-income student: A student whose family meets federal income eligibility guidelines as determined by the US Department of Education.

    Year-round services offered include:

    • Tutoring in mathematics, science, English, social sciences, and foreign language;
    • Academic, personal development, and college readiness workshops;
    • Career exploration activities and mentoring opportunities;
    • Academic advising and individual assistance with the college admissions and financial aid process;
    • College visits, cultural enrichment activities, and special events;
    • A six-week academic summer program on the Rock Valley College Main Campus.

    Eligibility is determined after a careful review of the New Student Application Form, academic records, recommendation letters, and family interview.

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    • Provide the names and email addresses for two teachers who will be emailed a Teacher Recommendation Form to complete for you (please make sure to tell the person!)

    • Student Short Essay Responses 
    • Parent Information 

    • The applicant is income eligible, based upon federal income guidelines.

      Size of Family Unit 48 Contiguous States, D.C., and Outlying Jurisdictions
      1 $19,320
      2 $26,130
      3 $32,940
      4 $39,750
      5 $46,560
      6 $53,370
      7 $60,180
      8 $66,990

    • Taxable income is found on line 15 of the form 1040 U.S. Individual Income Tax Return.  Taxable income is usually lower than your total income or adjusted gross income.

    • I declare, to the best of my knowledge, that the information on this application form is true, correct, and complete. I understand that the Upward Bound program cannot be held liable for any occurrences either during the school year or the summer portion of the program. I agree to the release of information for program publications and press releases. I agree to the release of applicant grades, test scores, and transcripts to RVC Upward Bound. I understand that Upward Bound will maintain records of participation in program activities. I agree to the release of this information to staff members and the U.S. Department of Education.

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