How much does Upward Bound cost?
Besides your full commitment, NOTHING! There is no cost to UB students. All costs associated with participating throughout each year are paid by Upward Bound (i.e. food, housing, recreation, supplies, tutors, and transportation). Upward Bound is sponsored by the U.S. Department of Education and Clovis Community College . In fact, to ensure the Upward Bound students are not faced with an inordinate financial struggle, stipends are paid to students each month based on participation and academic progress. Top Ten Reasons to join Upward Bound! • To experience what it feels like to be a college student • To discover who you are, what you are, where you are, and why you are the way you are • To learn more about our world and society, and how they affect us today • To make lifelong friendships • To develop leadership skills • To make your family proud • To improve your grades • To discover your own potential for success and achievement • To succeed in high school, college and beyond • TO HAVE
