TRIO

Upward Bound

Elizabeth City State University Upward Bound Program is designed to generate in program participants the skills and motivation necessary to complete a program of secondary education and to enter and succeed in a program of post-secondary education.

 

 Eligibility Requirements

Students must meet the following requirements set by the U.S. Department of Education to receive services provided by the TRIO Upward Bound Program:

    • Enrolled in grades 9-12
    • A United States citizen or legal resident
    • Potential first-generation college student
    • Meet income guidelines, established by the U.S. Department of Education
    • Have the potential to succeed in high school and college
    • Have a need for academic support and guidance to successfully pursue a post-secondary educational program
Instruction and Tutoring in:
      • English
      • Mathematics
      • Science/Science Lab
      • Foreign Language
      • Virtual Tutorial Assistance
      • 6 Weeks Summer Program
      • Work-Study/Internship/Project with (Stipend amount will vary)
      • Summer Bridge Program
      • Educational and Cultural Enrichment Tours/Trips
      • Mentoring
      • College and Career Counseling
      • Pre-College Seminars and Workshops
      • SAT and ACT Fee Waivers
      • Computer Science/Stem Courses & Projects
    • Columbia High School
    • Gates County High School
    • Perquimans High School
    • J.A. Holmes High School
    • Northeastern High School
    • Pasquotank High School
    • Washington County High School
You can review the current Income Levels by clicking on the link below:
 
You can apply online by clicking the link below:
 
Paper Applications are available below:
 
Additional Required Forms:
 
If you are applying online, you can expect to receive a response one week from the date of submission.
 
If you are submitting the paper version of the application, please mail the application and the required supporting documentation to us via mail:
 
Elizabeth City State University
TRiO Upward Bound Program
1704 Weeksville Road
Elizabeth City, NC 27909
Attn: Mrs. Jewel Overton

 

Contact Us:

Mia Gregg

Ms. Mia Gregg

Coordinator/Counselor

252-335-3368
mngregg@ecsu.edu

Jewel Overton

Mrs. Jewel Overton

University Program Associate

252-335-3510
jloverton@ecsu.edu

Kimberly Stanley

Dr. Kimberly Stanley

Director

252-335-3370
kdstanley@ecsu.edu