Upward Bound

Upward Bound at IWU is a college preparatory program funded by the U.S. Department of Education. It serves youth from local high schools that are from homes where parents meet certain income guidelines; do not have baccalaureate degrees and/or students that exhibit a high risk for academic failure. During the school year, support is given through weekly tutoring sessions and twice a month. Meetings focus on study skills, financial literacy, cultural experiences, college visits, assistance with college entrance exams, the college admissions process, and scholarship searches. Intensive academic instruction is offered by means of a six-week on-campus summer program. IWU students and staff are utilized to provide tutoring, workshops, residence hall supervision, and classroom instruction.