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Address: 4202 E. Fowler Avenue STOP SVC 2011 Tampa, Florida 33620 Phone: (813) 974-9138 Fax: (813) 974-2022 Email: [email protected] Web: www.usf.edu/undergrad/ub Facebook: USFUBP1 Twitter: @USFUBP
Steps To Join
Be a freshman or sophomore who attends one of the following high schools:
Jefferson King Leto Middleton Tampa Bay Tech Demonstrate an academic need and the
motivation to pursue college.
Qualify under federal income guidelines or live in a household in which neither parent holds a bachelors degree.
Complete the application with transcript, recommendation, and income statement.
See your counselor for details.
The USF Upward Bound Program is funded by an annual grant from the United States Department of Education in the amount of $692,449 for project years 2012-2017.
Goals and Objectives
The goal of Upward Bound is to increase the rate at which participants complete high school and enroll in and graduate from college. The program strives to raise participants’ grade point average, proficiency on standardized tests, mastery of rigorous courses, high school graduation rate, postsecondary enrollment, and postsecondary degree attainment.
UBP Staff
Raymond Cabrera Program Director
[email protected] 813-974-2023
Rosemyrtle Louis Program Coordinator [email protected]
813-974-3636
Lawanna Hair Academic Advisor [email protected] 813-974-9151
Evelyne Marie Keeton Office Manager
[email protected] 813-974-9161
Carrie Blaustein Statistical Data Analyst
[email protected] 813-974-1014
Camara Silver Graduate Assistant [email protected] 813-974-5897
Overview
Upward Bound at the University of South Florida provides opportunities for participants to succeed in their pre-college performance and ultimately in their higher education pursuits. Upward Bound serves high school students from first-generation or low-income families. The program provides intensive preparation for college through academic year tutoring and rigorous summer instruction with a campus residential experience.
“Upward Bound helps
me plan my time and
balance my activities.”
“Upward Bound made my
future goals attainable.”
Quick Facts
Since 1966, almost 3,000 students have participated in USF Upward Bound.
More than 99% of students who complete USF Upward Bound graduate from high school; the state average is 76%.
More than 95% of students who complete USF Upward Bound are accepted into college; 90% of students have enrolled in a postsecondary institution.
Enrichment Services
Upward Bound Pageant
Social and Professional Development
Florida TRiO Summer Olympics
Community Service
Graduation Banquet
Student Government
Parent Association
Academic Year Component
Upward Bound students come to the USF campus on select Saturdays and weeknights to receive tutoring in math, science, literature, composition, Spanish, social studies, and study skills. Additionally, students attend seminars that offer guidelines for enrolling and succeeding in college. Upward Bound counselors also visit students at their schools to provide academic advising.
“Getting the college
experience and staying
on campus are the
greatest benefits.”
“I have an edge in
the classroom .” Academic
Services
Individualized academic counseling
Career and college exploration
Rigorous tutoring and instruction
College entrance exams preparation
Internships, hands-on labs, and mentoring
Tours of colleges and universities
Test and college application fee waivers
Assistance with college applications
Assistance with financial aid/scholarships
Educational field trips and cultural events
Summer Residential Component
During the six-week summer component on the USF campus, students are exposed to a variety of educational, cultural, and social experiences.
Upward Bound provides instruction in math, laboratory science, literature, composition, and Spanish.
Class sizes are small, and students are placed based on their individual needs for instruction.
Counseling, mentoring, cultural enrichment, and work study activities are offered.
During the final three weeks, juniors and seniors reside on campus and participate in counselor-supervised recreational activities.
Collaborations with Pharmacy, Engineering, Global Sustainability, Business, and Florida Mental Health Institute at USF provide interactive labs, research experiences, seminars, and career guidance.