California University of Pennsylvania
250 University Ave
Admissions Office
California
PA
15419-1341
United States
Contact Name:
Jennifer Ramsey
Contact Email:
Program Description:
The two Upward Bound programs at California University of Pennsylvania (Upward Bound-Fayette and Upward Bound-Greene) are federally-funded educational programs designed to prepare eligible students for success in a program of study at a college or university leading to a bachelorâs (four-year) degree. Both programs offer FREE activities and services year-round, including academic advising and guidance, planning for postsecondary education, help with college admissions and financial aid applications, social and cultural opportunities, study skills instruction, tutoring, and visits to area college campuses.
Number of Students Served:
130-150
Funding:
Federal Grant
Objectives:
Guide student to successfully matriculate to post-secondary school and obtain a 4 year degree
Specialty:
SAT Prep, Career Planning, Service Learning, Job Shadow, Leadership
Academic Prep:
Yes
College and Postsecondary Planning:
Yes
Recreational Services:
Yes
Social Services:
Yes
High School (9-12):
Yes
After School:
Yes
Summer:
Yes
Weekends:
Yes
Minimum GPA:
2.5
School Attended:
Yes