Montgomery County Community College

Outreach Programs

TRIO Upward Bound
Partnership for Student Success

Scholarship* Commitment* Integrity

Upward Bound is a dynamic college preparatory program designed to motivate and prepare selected students for the successful pursuit of a college education. Upward Bound challenges students to develop the skills, study habits, discipline, and attitude necessary to be successful in high school and college. Students recognize and develop their potential to excel academically!

Services Provided

There is no cost for the program and the following services are free of charge.

• College-prep classes
• Tutoring
• College tours
• Cultural field trips
• Academic advising
• Financial aid advising
• Career counseling

Upward Bound serves 50 students from Norristown and Pottstown High School through the Summer Academy and Academic Year programs. Selected students enroll starting in the ninth grade and continue in the program through graduation from high school. All selected students are expected to participate for four years and attend college after high school graduation. Students are encouraged to apply to the college that they are interested in attending.

Eligibility Requirements

• Currently be in the ninth or tenth grade at Norristown or Pottstown High School
• Meet family income guidelines as determined by the U.S. Department of Education
• Be first-generation college bound (meaning neither parent has earned a bachelor’s degree)
• Be a citizen or permanent resident of the U.S.

Participation Requirements

• Show a sincere desire to improve academically
• Demonstrate strong interest in and potential for succeeding in college
• Be willing to make a commitment to participate in all Upward Bound after-school, Saturday, and summer activities
• Be open to new cultural, social, educational and recreational experiences

Applying for the Upward Bound Program

• Complete an application
• Include a copy of your current report card and PSSA scores
• Include two letters of recommendation (these are to be submitted by counselors, teachers, clergy persons or other professionals; not parents or relatives)
• Include a three hundred word essay that answer the following questions: What are your educational plans after you graduate from high school? How do you think the Upward Bound Program can help you achieve your goals?

Completed applications should be returned to your school counselor or mailed to

TRIO Upward Bound Program
Student Success Center
Montgomery County Community College
340 DeKalb Pike
Blue Bell, PA 19422

Application Form
Form for Student's Records
Recommendation Form
Release Form

Program Staff

A place where the future is created and desire and
knowledge are combined to yield opportunity.