Welcome to the TRIO Upward Bound Rural Program

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Upward Bound Rural Program Overview

Upward Bound Rural is a free, year-round college preparatory program for high school students. It is 100% grant funded by the federal government. The goal of the program is to prepare low income, potential first-generation college-bound students for success in post-secondary education. Students attending a target school in George West, Sinton, or Odem must qualify in order to be selected. Once selected, students remain in the program until their graduation from high school and completion of their first summer semester of college.

Mission Statement

Our mission is to assist low-income, first-generation college-bound high school students in the successful completion of secondary education and prepare them academically and socially for enrollment and completion of higher education.

Participating High Schools

George West High School

Odem High School

Sinton High School

Academic Year

From September through May, students attend classes on specified Saturdays from 9:00 am to 3:00 pm. Instruction is offered in mathematics, laboratory science, English, reading, writing, speech, history/government, and life management skills which include study skills, career awareness, and related topics. Tutoring is also offered on Saturday class days.

Academic Saturdays

UBR participants meet with the academic advisor and staff ONCE a month on a Saturday to receive supplemental instruction. Participants have the opportunity to attend student enrichment workshops/events and enhance their academic skills in English, Reading, Writing, Math.

Summer Component

Starting in June, the students attend a six-week summer program. Classes, cultural events, and field trips are held from Sunday evening through Thursday afternoon. The summer program offers instruction in mathematics, English, laboratory science, foreign language, life management skills, computer science and fine arts.

Bridge Program

After graduating from high school, qualifying Upward Bound Rural students enroll at Coastal Bend College for their first summer semester. Students are assisted with the admission and financial aid process, as well as their academic transition to college. In addition, tutoring, counseling, and various other services are offered.

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