Academics

Eligibility

Being a part of Upward Bound means that you will always have the support and guidance you need to meet your educational, personal, and professional goals. To be eligible for Upward Bound, you must meet be:

  • Under the age of 19.
  • A current freshman or sophomore at Dorchester, Jeremiah E. Burke, Madison Park, South Boston or West Roxbury Educational Complex and/or live in Dorchester, Jamaica Plain, Mattapan, Roxbury or South Boston.
  • Low-income by federal guidelines and/or a first-generation college-bound student.
  • Considering college in the future.

If you meet these criteria and are interested in applying for Upward Bound, visit our Application page.