How Do I Apply?

Upward Bound is currently accepting students

If you meet the requirements, we encourage you to apply by following the steps below. All information provided is confidential. We can only serve 86 students and admission is selective. Completion of the application process does not guarantee admission into the program. You will be notified of the admissions decision shortly after submitting all application materials.

Complete the online application with your parent/guardian. APPLICATION
Ask a teacher or guidance counselor to complete the online recommendation form. RECOMMENDATION
If you meet the minimum requirements, an Upward Bound counselor will schedule student and parent/guardian interviews.

Be a high school student from the Allen, Butler, Edmonson, Hart, Logan, or Russellville districts.
Demonstrate a need for services provided.
Family must meet certain income guidelines and/or parents cannot have graduated from a four-year college.
Be a US citizen or permanent resident.
2.25 grade point average
Desire to attend college or vocational school after high school graduation.

Do you know a student who would be a good fit for Upward Bound? Nominate them below.

(This webform is not an application. If you are ready to apply, please select the red APPLICATION button on this page.)

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* STUDENT'S NAME

STUDENT'S ADDRESS

* EMAIL

* PHONE

* HIGH SCHOOL

WKU Upward can only serve students from the above districts. Students from counties not listed may be eligible for ETS (www.wku.edu/ets/apply).

* GRADE LEVEL

Is the student first-generation, low-income, or both?

first-generation

low-income

both

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(First-generation means that neither parent holds a four-year college degree. Income eligibility is determined by federal low income guidelines.)

Is the student in Educational Talent Search (ETS)?

yes

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