How We Work:

The Goal

The goal of Upward Bound is to increase the rate at which participants complete secondary education and enroll in and graduate from institutions of postsecondary education. Upward Bound has always focused on student success and outcomes and we continue to find new, innovative, and impactful ways to motivate our students.

About the Program

Tulane Upward Bound is a federally funded TRiO program that provides services designed to develop the soft skills, study habits, and discipline necessary for success in high school and college. Participants commit to the program until high school graduation and participate in both a six-week summer program and an academic year component including weekly 1-on-1 tutoring and Saturday workshops. The program provides exposure to a wide variety of academic, cultural, social, and career opportunities simulating a college experience. We have found great success in focusing on the following areas during our programming:

• College Academic Programs and Cultural Events

• Instruction and Exploration in College Prepatory Curriculums

• Assistance Completing College Applications

• Financial Aid Workshops

• Weekly One on One Tutoring

• Academic, Financial, and Personal Counseling

• ACT Preparation & STEM Courses

• College Exploration Tours

• 6 Week Intensive Summer Program

• College Bridge Program

• Paid Internships

Student Eligibility

Eligible participants must meet federal regulations below: 

• Live in Orleans Parish and/or attend a target school (McMain, New

  Orleans Math & Science, Warren Easton & Abramson Sci Academy)

• First-Generation* and/or Low-Income* 

*First Generation is defined as a student whose parents have not obtained a bachelor's degree.

*Low-income is set by the U.S. Department of Education’s Low-income Levels.