Los Angeles Valley College

Upward Bound

Our purpose

To increase the rate at which high school graduates pursue post secondary education, as well as increase competency in core subjects; this includes English, Mathematics, Science, Social Science, and Foreign Language. We also want to gain parental support in social, emotional, and academic growth of their children.

Who is eligible to Participate in Upward Bound

1. To be eligible for the Upward Bound Program at Los Angeles Valley College students must attend one of the following LAUSD Schools:

   • Ulysses S. Grant High School Van Nuys, California

   • Van Nuys High School Van Nuys, California

2. Two-thirds (2/3) of the participants are required to be both low-income and first-generation college bound students. The annual low-income levels are provided by the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services.

3. One-third (1/3) of the participants can be either low-income or first generation college bound students. Participants must demonstrate a need for academic support, as determined by the UBP, in order to successfully pursue a program of education beyond high school.

4. At the time of initial selection, participants must have completed the eighth grade but not entered the twelfth grade. They must be at least 13 years old but not older than 19.

5. Participants must be citizens or legal residents of the United States.