Upward Bound Classic
Obligation to Scholastic Success, Respect, Maintain Professionalism, Good Etiquette, Integrity, Persistence, Diversity, Accountability, Loyalty, Perseverance.
University Experiences
College Level Classes
Increasing Confidence
Our Mission
Our mission is to promote each young scholar’s educational experience by providing a series of specialized college preparatory services including tutoring, mentoring, advising, programming, college courses, and on-campus experiences with research faculty to increase student persistence and graduation from high school, and a practical chance to enroll and graduate from a post-secondary institution.
- To encourage students to develop consistent patterns of analytical thinking
- To encourage students to seek learning for enjoyment and information
- To expand students intellectual, cultural, and social growth
- To contribute to the development of a positive self-image
- To familiarize students with college selection, admission requirements, and financial aid process
- To assist students with career exploration, provide an overview of the world of work, and prepare students for career decision-making.
Upward Bound History
Federally funded through the U.S Department of Education. The program provides a supportive and educational resource to assist students in navigating the college admissions process. We offer numerous services to inform students and parents, while working directly with public school districts, towards achieving educational success and development.
Academic Support
The academic year program is a series of specialized tutoring, workshops, and campus visits that happen once a month on a Saturday.
6-Week Summer Residential Experience
The summer component is a mandatory six-week summer institute where students are exposed to college-level classes and student life experiences led by highly trained faculty and staff. Students commute and reside on campus during this time.
Test Prep: PSAT/SAT
Students recieve a $500+ scholarship as Juniors to participate in the University of Delaware’s SAT Boot Camp. They have all materials supplied free of charge and access to the SAT Suite from ETS for 1 yr. SAT and PSAT prep is given through out the academic year.
Cost
The program is FREE to the students and their families. A grant provided by the U.S. Department of Education provides for all student room and board expenses, instructional support, tuition fees, and a weekly stipend for each student during the summer program.
Student Eligibility
We are a year-round program
Upward Bound Classic serves high school students from:
- Low-income families
- High school students from families in which neither parent holds a 4-year bachelor’s degree also known as First-Generation students
- Have demonstrated an academic need.
Servicing Students From
New Castle County, Christiana High School, Newark High School, Glasgow High School, John Dickinson High School, and Thomas McKean High School.
Students Must Be in These Grades at the time of Applying
Students become eligible January of their 8th-grade year. Students currently in 9th, and 10th grade students who are interested in going to a four-year college or university, may also qualify for a federal TRIO program.
Summer Academy
Mon-Fri 7:30am-4:30pm
The summer component is a mandatory six-week summer institute where students are exposed to college-level classes and student life experiences led by highly trained faculty and staff. Students commute ( 3 weeks) and reside on campus (two weeks) during this time.
College Tours
Spring/Summer
Students participate in college tours away from home. In the Summer students in the past have gone to Chicago, Boston, and Atlanta. During Spring break students may go away for 2 days to near by colleges.
Residential Experience
Weeks 4 & 5 of Summer Academy
Students who have completed the Summer Academy academics with full teacher and staff recommendations and clearance from the Director are invited to residential stay at the University of Delaware. Where student will experience what it is like to be a college student.
Stipend
Students are paid to participate in Upward Bound Classic. Students recieve about $15 per week they are in the Summer Academy. Payment is dependent upon good citizenship, completion of work and solid attendance.
Upward Bound Classic Staff
Dr. John France
Program Director
Nafatari Manigault, MEd.
Academic Program Coordinator
Upward Bound Classic Staff
Apply Today
Seats for Summer/Fall 2024 fill up fast so apply today. Students can not miss classes in the summer. If you have a vacation planned that is more than a week or a sports camp, apply for Fall 2024.