Upward Bound - TRIO

Upward Bound - TRIO

Achieve Success

Upward Bound is a college-preparatory program that empowers high school students to achieve academic success and pursue higher education. Designed for first-generation and income-eligible students, the program provides comprehensive support. The program helps high school students build the academic skills and motivation needed to graduate from high school and succeed in college.

Upward Bound offers both an academic year program and a summer component to ensure students stay on track, stay motivated, and are fully prepared to enter and succeed in college.

New Students

If you are new to Upward Bound and want to reap the benefits, complete the application.

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Returning Students

If you have previously participated in Upward Bound and are planning to return, please complete the survey.

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BE PREPARED

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Personal Interaction

Upward Bound is dedicated to helping students succeed in high school and prepare for college through academic support, personal development, and real college experiences.

Work with in-school Upward Bound College Access Specialists.

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College Experience

Explore college life through campus visits and university tours.

Exciting extended college trip—either in-state or out-of-state—to explore college campuses and experience university life firsthand.

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Summer Program

One of the highlights of Upward Bound, the summer program is designed to give students a real taste of college life while building valuable skills for academic and personal success.

Upward Bound High School Advisors

A dedicated Upward Bound advisor is provided at each participating school. These advisors help with after-school tutoring and study skills workshops.

Shaniah Chee

Shania Chee

Navajo Mountain High School
Upward Bound College Access Specialist
shaniah.chee@usu.edu

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Kia Knight

  San Juan High School

Upward Bound College Access Specialist
kia.knight@usu.edu 

Tosha Petersen

Tosha Petersen

Monticello High School
Upward Bound College Access Specialist
tosha.petersen@usu.edu

Ian Lamemen

Ian Lamemen

Monument Valley High School 
Upward Bound College Access Specialist
ian.lameman@usu.edu 
 

Shaniah Chee

Kami Atcitty

Red Mesa High School
Upward Bound College Access Specialist
kami.atcitty@usu.edu