Program Description:
Rutgers Upward Bound (RUB) is a pre-college program designed to assist and motivate students to successfully graduate from high school, prepare for college admission, and to successfully complete their baccalaureate degree. Upward Bound is a year-round project that offers academic year workshops such as test preparation, financial literacy, cultural activities, college tours, college planning, as well as a host of other programs. Upward Bound Math-Science Program serves additional students with a focused preparation for major’s and careers in Science, Technology, Engineering and Mathematics (S.T.E.M). Upward Bound & Upward Bound Math-Science also offer six-week summer institutes on campus to prepare students for college life.
Established:
1966
Number of Students Served:
193
Funding:
US Department of Education
Specialty:
High School Preparation, College exposure, Financial literacy