What is Upward Bound?
Upward Bound is an academic, college preparatory program; for high school students who aspire to continue their education beyond high school into college. The program is designed to assist students in developing the academic skills and motivation necessary for success in postsecondary education, and serves high school students in five counties within the Northern Neck region of Virginia (Essex, Lancaster, Northumberland, Richmond and Westmoreland Counties). Upward Bound is funded by the United States Department of Education, and is a Federal TRiO Program.
