Services: Upward Bound

Upward Bound is a highly successful program of academic instruction, and individual and group tutoring and advising for eligible Alpena High, Alcona High and Posen High School students. Most of them are the first generation of their families to consider postsecondary education. The students begin the program with a battery of tests to determine their strengths and weaknesses and receive Upward Bound services during the academic year. The Upward Bound staff follow students' progress in high school and the students learn about the college application process and how to apply for student financial assistance. During the summer, Upward Bound students participate in a program on the college campus and are involved in an intensive academic study program with an emphasis on English, mathematics, science, reading, foreign language and writing. Offices are located at Alpena High School.

What is Upward Bound?

UPWARD BOUND is a pre-college program for first generation college bound students. It is designed to prepare young people for education beyond high school by providing strong academic, cultural and social programs to develop the skills, attitudes and motivation necessary for post-secondary education.

Who can qualify?

You may qualify for UPWARD BOUND assistance if you:

• Are in the 8th, 9th, or 10th grade
• If neither of your parents graduated from a four-year college
• If your family income meets federal low-income criteria
• You have a desire and the potential to go to college

How to Apply

Applications are available in the UPWARD BOUND office at Alpena or Posen High School or through any high school counselor.

For More Information, please contact:

Joe Klemens, Upward Bound Director

Alpena Community College
665 Johnson Street
Alpena, MI 49707 phone (989)358-7260

Alpena High School
3303 South Third Street
Alpena, MI 49707
(989)358-7203

Posen Consolidated School
490 Michigan Avenue
Posen, MI 49776
(989)766-2471