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The three Upward Bound Programs are federally funded operating on an annual budget of $884,865. Our three grants allows us to serve 175 participants annually.
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Upward Bound
| Contact Information for Upward Bound | |
|---|---|
| Phone | (775) 784-4978 |
| Fax | (775) 784-6254 |
| emsilver@unr.edu | |
| Location |
Edmund J. Cain Hall
203 |
| Address | 1664 N. Virginia Street Reno, NV 89557-0062 |
| Contact | Contact Upward Bound |
How to Apply
Application Process
Applying to the Upward Bound Program is easy.
Students who have the ability and the desire to go to college but lack the financial resources because of family income level or lack knowledge about the college preparation and admission process are highly encouraged to apply to Upward Bound starting as early as 9th grade.
Applications are accepted in fall and spring each year, and new applicants are admitted to the program depending on the number of openings that occur each year following high school graduation of Upward Bound seniors.
The application process includes completing and submitting all of the following forms:
Page 2 of the program application will have a list of all other verification documents needed to process your application.
- School Counselor Assessment
- English Teacher Assessment
- Math Teacher Assessment
- Science Teacher Assessment
The selection of eligible candidates is also based on test scores, academic need, semester grades, and an interview with the program coordinator. Both the student and parent(s) or guardians must attend the interview session and sign consent forms, as participation in Upward Bound requires a total family commitment.
