During the academic year, Upward Bound students receive tutoring, counseling, and study skills training to help them improve their grades and self confidence. Students live in a residence hall, take challenging academic classes, and participate in a variety of field trips as well as cultural, social, athletic and career-related activities. The summer program offers opportunities for gaining confidence and independence through hard work and academic achievement in a simulated college setting. Upward Bound assists students in the selection of an appropriate college or training program, with scholarship searches, and with the completion of all college admission and financial aid applications. Upward Bound serves a total of 50 students selected from the three Eau Claire high schools.
Dedicated participants are eligible to remain in the program until high school graduation.