Phone: 817-272-2610
Fax: 817-272-2616
Email: upwardbound@uta.edu
Prospective Students
Am I eligible for Upward Bound?
You are eligible to participate in a TRiO Upward Bound program if you meet the following requirements: 1. Are a US citizen or meet residency requirements.
2. Meet federal income guidelines
3. Are a first-generation college student
4. Have a need for academic support.
Application Process
1. Apply
Submit your online application ASAP with supporting material.
2. Interview
Check your email for a confirmation from Upward Bound and invitation for an interview two-three weeks after submitting a complete application! The Interview is for us to get to know YOU!
3. Decision
You will receive an email and phone notification a week after your interview with a decision.
4. Orientation
If accepted, your parents and you will need to attend.
5. Attend your FIRST event
Check our calendar for the first event you will be able to attend. You MUST complete orientation before attending your first event.
Required Documents
In order to complete your Upward Bound application, you will have to submit All listed items below:
Students
1. High School or Junior High Transcript
2. Most Recent Report Card
3. STARR Test Scores
4. Two Letters of Recommendation Forms
Parents
1. Most Recent Tax Return
2. School Records Release Form
Ready to Apply?
UB 1 Target Schools
Students must be located in one of the following target high schools:
- Sam Houston
- Grand Prairie HS
- Grand Prairie Fine Arts HS
- Dubiski HS
Apply Now
UB 1 Parent Application
Teacher/Counselor Recommendation Form
Interested in learning more about UB before Applying? Submit our interest form.
UB 2 Target Schools
Students must be located in one of the following target high schools:
- Arlington HS
- James Bowie HS
- Juan Seguin HS
- Lamar HS
- South Grand Prairie HS
- Timberview HS
- Summit HS
Apply Now
UB 2 Parent Application
Teacher/Counselor Recommendation Form
Interested in learning more about UB before Applying? Submit our interest form.