Who is eligible to participate in Upward Bound Program?
The College of Mount St. Joseph’s Upward Bound program serves students in grades 9-12 living in the Cincinnati Public School District. Students possessing a minimum set grade point average may enter the program during their freshman or sophomore year, and continue their membership throughout high school. The program requires students to commit to participating both during the academic year as well as the summer academy. Upward Bound’s target population encompasses those students who are least likely to take advantage of higher education due to economic and information barriers. Two-thirds of Upward Bound members are from low income families and/or families whose heads of household do not possess a baccalaureate degree (first generation college student). Application Process All students and their parents/guardians must complete an application, submit a copy of their transcript and include appropriate documentation for income verification (e.g. 1040 Tax Form, Food Stamp eligibility). Onc
