Indiana State University
upward bound
Welcome to upward bound
Upward Bound is a federally funded program offered by the US Department of Education, and is designed to encourage high school students from low-income and/or families in which neither parent or guardian has earned a four-year college degree.
Our staff is committed to assisting students, parents/guardians, and high school teachers, counselors, and administrators in motivating and encouraging our students to achieve success in high school and beyond.
Upward Bound provides supplemental instruction in:
- Mathematics
- Laboratory Science
- Foreign Language
- Composition and Literature
Additionally, Upward Bound also provides the following services:
- Personal counseling
- Academic advising and assistance in secondary school course selection
- Tutorial services
- Exposure to cultural events, academic programs
- Career exploration
Take a moment to browse our webpage. If you have any questions, please do not hesitate to contact us. Current Upward Bound students should click here for information regarding Saturday Sessions and Supplemental Sessions.
21st century scholars
The Upward Bound program has partnered with 21st Century Scholars. For additional information and for application instructions:
Please note that the above link is only for the 21st Century Scholars program. Admissions for Upward Bound requires its own application. (See "Information for Prospective Students")