Established in 1999, the Upward Bound Program at Edison State College is designed to generate skills and motivation necessary for the successful completion of a four-year baccalaureate degree. Ideal for students who have potential for college, but need to strengthen their academic skills, Upward Bound provides instruction in science, math, English, and foreign language. Students are provided a variety of academic support services during the regular academic year. In addition, they are required to attend classes on the Edison campus one Saturday (9:00 am – 2:30 pm) a month from September through May. During the summer months, participants attend a six-week summer nonresidential program. This experience seeks to improve students’ academic and social skills through classroom instruction as well as cultural and extra-curricular activities.
Eligibility Requirements:
- must be a citizen or permanent resident of the United States
- must be first generation (neither parent received a Bachelor's Degree or higher)
- must be low income according to the guidelines established by the U.S. Government
- must be a student who has the potential to succeed in and has the need for academic support in order to successfully pursue a program of education beyond high school
- must have completed 8th grade but not yet entered the 11th grade and 13 years old but no older than 19
High Schools Served:
- Fort Myers High
- Riverdale High
- Lehigh Senior High
- Dunbar High
- East Lee County High
For more information write, call or e-mail:
Upward Bound Program
Edison State College
8099 College Parkway
Fort Myers, FL 33919
(239) 489-9003
E-mail: ubp@edison.edu
