TRIO Upward Bound (UB) is a program that is federally funded through the United States
Department of Education. Upward Bound is one of eight TRIO programs designed to promote
academic success. Upward Bound is a college completion program serving students enrolled
at DeKalb High School. Kishwaukee’s Upward Bound program provides the support, motivation
and academic preparation necessary to go to college.
To learn more, schedule an information session with one of our TRIO advisors.
If you would like to be one of 60 students who receive individualized support through UB and you meet the eligibility requirements, please complete our application.
TRIO Upward Bound Student Application
TRIO UPWARD BOUND PARENT APPLICATION
You can also complete the application in our TRIO Upward Bound Office located in C1210 at Kishwaukee College or at the DeKalb High School Student Services Office.
Admission Criteria:
Program Requirements:
Visit us at:
DeKalb High School, Upward Bound Room W102 during our office/tutor hours:
Monday-Wednesday, 8:30 am-3 pm
Or
Kishwaukee College, TRIO Upward Bound Office C1210 during our office hours:
Monday-Thursday, 8 am-4:30 pm
Friday, 8 am-4 pm
Call or email us at:
815-825-9552 or trioub@kish.edu
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The TRIO Upward Bound program offers after-school tutoring, known as study labs, throughout the academic year. The labs are an opportunity for students to get homework help from tutors or continue working on schoolwork independently.
In-person study labs are available at DeKalb High School on Mondays and Wednesdays from 3-5 pm in room K131. In addition to the on-campus study lab, virtual study labs are available on Tuesdays and Thursdays from 3-5 pm. Zoom links are provided below for gaining access to the virtual study labs.
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