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TRIO Upward Bound
TRIO Upward Bound (UB)
Early college preparation for Williams and Pierce high school students who qualify as income-eligible and first-generation
This program requires an application to participate and receive benefits.
Who do we help?
- •High school students currently attending Williams High School or Pierce High School
- •Eighth graders entering ninth grade at either school
- •Students from income-eligible households under federal TRIO guidelines
- •U.S. Citizen or Permanent Resident
- •Students who will be the first in their family to earn a bachelor's degree
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Benefits
Four years of preparation, one class at a time.
Upward Bound is a free, year-round college preparation program for students at Williams High School and Pierce High School. Participants receive tutoring, SAT and ACT preparation, college and financial aid advising, campus visits, and a summer academic program that earns college credit.
Saturday Academies
Monthly enrichment sessions focused on basic skills, career pathways, and college readiness.
Weekly Resource Sessions
Regular meetings with tutors and advisors for academic, career, and college planning support.
On-Campus Tutoring
Weekly tutoring at school sites with optional 1-on-1 sessions by request.
Senior College Prep
Hands-on help with applications, financial aid, scholarships, and housing during senior year.
College Visits
Trips to CSU, UC, and other California campuses to explore college options firsthand.
Academic Counseling
Bi-monthly sessions with a counselor to set goals and monitor progress through high school.
Summer Academic Program
Six-week session with college courses, daily tutoring, ACT/SAT Test prep, workshops, and recreational activities.
How to Apply
Apply to TRIO Upward Bound
- 1.Apply online
Eligibility Details
Locations & Hours
Our Staff
Upward Bound Student Tutors
Our student tutors can help you with coursework, study skills, and exam preparation.
TRIO Upward Bound Staff
Maria Barajas
Maria Barajas
UB Interim Specialist, Colusa County Campus
Staff Bio
