Upward Bound is one of the four federally funded TRIO programs hosted at Pasadena City College. Upward Bound strives to give students from first-generation, low-income backgrounds the tools and the opportunity to attend college. 

How Can Upward Bound Help You?

We want to help you earn a high school diploma and attend college. As an Upward Bound participant, you have the opportunity to participate and benefit from the following no-cost offerings:

• College visits (CSU, UC, HBCU, and Private Schools) and cultural field trips
• College application and financial aid assistance
• Tutoring and instruction in core subjects
• Study and life skills
• SAT and ACT exam preparation
• Six-week summer instruction which includes a residential component
• Opportunity to meet new friends and experience new adventures

https://pasadena.edu/academics/support/trio-programs/upward-bound/index.php