Yuba College Upward Bound Application Form

  • Yuba College Upward Bound Student Application

  • Thank you for your interest in the Yuba College Upward Bound program.

    The Upward Bound (UB) Program at Yuba College is a federally funded pre-collegiate program for high school students, from designated schools. The program is designed to motivate and prepare students, with academic potential, for success in education beyond high school.

    Eligibility Criteria:
    Applicants must meet all of the following criteria to be considered.

          Enrolled at River Valley High School OR Yuba City High School

          Meet the federal income criteria. See Income Guideline, click on link:                     https://www2.ed.gov/about/offices/list/ope/trio/incomelevels.html

          Have parents who have not earned a bachelor degree or higher

          Demonstrate academic potential

          Show motivation to pursue a higher education

    All program services are FREE, but a serious commitment from the student and family is expected.  Program Services is year-round and once accepted, student will be in the program until he or she graduates from high school. 

    Upward Bound Program provides academic counseling, college and financial aid application assistance, essential skills workshops, tutoring, college visits, cultural activities and an array of other enrichment activities to help first generation income eligible students succeed in life. 

    There are 7 Sections in this application.  To begin the application process, click on 1. Student Information and complete each section before submitting.  If you have any questions, please do not hesitate to email us at ycupwardbound@yccd.edu   

    • 1. Student Information 
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    • 2. Parent/Legal Guardian & Family Information 
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    • Parent & Family Financial Information

      To Parent or legal guardian: The personal information, including financial status and educational levels, given to the Yuba College Upward Bound Program is used for reporting purposes with the United States Department of Education. The information is held in strict confidentiality and is required to determine if your child meets the federal eligibility guidelines established by regulations of the United States Department of Education. .................................Please answer this section COMPLETELY..................................



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    • I certify that the financial information above is true to the best of my knowledge. The personal information that you give to the Upward Bound Program is for the U.S. Dept. of Education. This information is protected by the Privacy Act. No one may see the information unless they work with or for the Upward Bound Program or are specifically authorized to see it. The information is necessary to determine if your child is eligible to participate in the Upward Bound Program and helps the U.S. Dept. of Education to measure his/her success. The U.S. Dept. of Education has the authority to gather such information (20 USC 1231a). Your child is not eligible for any services from the Upward Bound unless the information is provided.

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    • This is to certify that all information provided is true and accurate to the best of my knowledge. I hereby give my permission for the Upward Bound Program at Yuba College to have access to any school or agency records of student in this applicant to determine eligibility for the Upward Bound program and to monitor the status and progress in secondary school. Further permission is granted to request information and records from any and all postsecondary institutions in order to track college progress. In addition, I give my permission for my child’s name, photograph, work and/or statements to be used by Upward Bound for promotional, publicity (web pages, social media, brochures, newspaper, etc.) or instructional purposes. All personal records, documentation and information will be kept in strict confidence and in accord with the Privacy Act of 1974.

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    • 3. Student Academic Information  

    • Please email us a copy of your transcript to ycupwardbound@yccd.edu


    • 4. Student Needs Assessment 

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    • 6. Autobiographical Essay 

    • Please type a brief autobiography (200 words minimum). Include information about your family background, educational and career goals. Reason(s) you would like to join Upward Bound and what you expect to gain through your involvement with the program. Include anything else that may be helpful in giving us a more complete picture of you.

      You may write your essay here or attach your essay to your application by uploading your document. If you decide to upload your essay, type in the box below "See Attachment"

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    • 5. Letter of Recommendation 

    • Provide Name & Contact Info of Person reccomending you for the program. 


    • 7. Signatures  

    • If accepted to the Upward Bound Program, I, the student, agree to:
      ▪ Attend UB advising, tutoring, workshops and conferences.
      ▪ Communicate with my UB Advisor about my educational and personal goals.
      ▪ Participate in the Summer Enrichment Program and take the needed placement exams to participate in the program.
      ▪ Enroll in courses that are required for college admissions, achieve and maintain at least a 2.5 GPA, and graduate from high school.
      ▪ Apply for college and financial aid during my senior year and enroll in the college of my choice the semester after I graduate from high school.
      ▪ Be committed to my education and the UB program.
      ▪ Grant access to my college enrollment, retention, and completion information.
      ▪ Grant access to my financial aid information from colleges and the federal government.

       

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    • If accepted to the Upward Bound Program, I, the parent, agree to:
      ▪ Encourage my son/daughter in their education and to support the UB goals for my son/daughter.

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