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Upward Bound at CSU Long Beach (Compton, Paramount, Long Beach high schools)
California State University, Long Beach
Who qualifies
Students from low-income families or whose parents do not hold a bachelor's degree, with academic need, who attend Centennial, Compton or Dominguez High (Compton USD), Gardena High (LAUSD), John Glenn High (Norwalk-La Mirada), Cabrillo or Jordan High (LBUSD), or Paramount High.
How to apply
Open enrollment. Use 'Apply here' on the eligibility page or contact upwardbound@csulb.edu / (562) 985-3114.
What it is
A federally funded college-prep program for low-income and first-generation high school students. It offers a Saturday Academy, a summer program, a math and science focus, SAT/ACT prep, help with college choice and financial aid, and financial literacy for students and parents.
What they offer
Saturday Academy and summer program
not statedWorkshops, college trips and enrichment
College and financial aid guidance
not statedCollege selection, admissions and financial aid help
Contact
About the organisation
Upward Bound is a U.S. Department of Education TRIO program; CSULB's runs through its Research Foundation.
Service area
Compton, Gardena, Norwalk, Long Beach, Paramount (listed high schools)