How much funding does Upward Bound (TRiO Program) provide?

Upward Bound (TRiO Program) provides $1,300,000 in funding.

When is the deadline for Upward Bound (TRiO Program)?

This grant has a rolling deadline or the deadline has not been announced.

Upward Bound (TRiO Program)

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Funding Amount

$1,300,000

Deadline

Rolling / Open

Grant Type

foundation

Overview

Upward Bound (TRiO Program)

Funder: U.S. Department of Education

Amount: $1,300,000 (5-year renewal grant)

Program Type: Federal TRiO Program

Geographic Scope: Lake County, Florida

Target Population:

First-generation college students

Students from disadvantaged backgrounds

Low-income students

Overview:
Upward Bound has been operating since 1964 and helps students prepare for and enter college. At Lake-Sumter State College, the program serves high school students from across Lake County.

Schools Served:

Eustis High School

Mount Dora High School

Leesburg High School

Tavares High School

Umatilla High School

Program Components:

Saturday school

After-school tutoring

Summer learning programs

Four-year commitment from participating students

Key Contact:
Nicole Duslak, Director of Educational Opportunity Programs

Impact:
Program provides students with support and resources to graduate high school and pursue postsecondary education at higher rates than local and state averages.

Related Program:
LSSC also receives an Educational Talent Search grant through TRiO programs to serve students at high schools across Lake and Sumter Counties.