Applying to the Upward Bound Program is a three-step process.

Step One: Acquire an Application

You may acquire an application from an Upward Bound advisor at your school.

Students at our Shasta County schools can request an application from the Upward Bound Advisor in the GO Center on campus. 

Step Two: Complete Your Application

Sacramento / Solano County Application

Before filling out an application, you will need to gather some information. You should consult the Sacramento / Solano UB application checklist (pdf) to make sure you have it all!

Shasta County Application Includes

• Your information and a short essay
• An Eligibility Verification Form to be completed and signed by your parent/guardian
• Two recommendation forms, which need to be completed by a teacher, coach, counselor or administrator who knows you.

Siskiyou County Application Includes

• Student information and short essay
• Parent/Guardian Eligibility Verification Form completed and signed
• Two teacher, coach, counselor or administrator recommendation forms

Step Three: Submit the Application

Submit your application to a UB advisor at your school.

Any Questions?

Do you have any questions about the application process? Please feel free to contact the UB advisor at your school.

Remember, your best resource is the advisors, so attend the tutoring sessions!