Summer Residential Program
Living and Learning Together
The Summer Residential Program is an exciting, immersive college-preparation experience designed to help students strengthen their academic skills, explore their interests, and experience life on a college campus.
New students participate in an intensive three-week residential program, while returning students can participate in a five-week program.
Students live in the residence halls in small groups during the residential program. Each group is led by a Tutor/Counselor who provides academic and personal support throughout the summer.
Tutor/Counselors help students succeed both inside and outside the classroom. Their responsibilities include assisting classroom teachers, supervising meals, organizing evening activities, supporting field trips, and leading study sessions.
Academic Enrichment
During the summer, students participate in challenging, engaging instruction designed to prepare them for success in high school, college, and beyond. Academic offerings may include:
- Mathematics (Algebra 1 through College Calculus)
- Science
- Literature
- Writing
- Foreign language
- SAT, ACT, and MCAP preparation
- Study skills and academic success strategies
- College and Career Planning
The summer curriculum is built around a carefully selected annual theme that connects the academic subjects and activities, creating a meaningful and engaging learning experience..
Learning Beyond the Classroom
Students participate in a wide variety of recreational activities, educational events, and field trips throughout the summer. Field trips are an important part of the Upward Bound experience. Each trip is selected for its educational value and connection to the summer theme. Experiences may include visits to museums, historical sites, colleges and universities, and other educational destinations. Some summer field trips may include overnight or multi-day experiences on other college campuses, giving students additional opportunities to experience different college environments.
Senior Week
Rising seniors have an additional opportunity to participate in Senior Week, a special college-readiness experience held at the end of the summer program.Senior Week focuses on the college transition and provides students with hands-on guidance in areas such as:
- College exploration and selection
- The college application process
- Financial aid and scholarships
- Understanding college costs
More Than a Summer Program
Upward Bound's Summer Residential Program is more than three or five weeks on a college campus—it's an opportunity to discover what you're capable of.
Through challenging academics, hands-on experiences, college exploration, field trips, teamwork, and meaningful relationships, students develop the knowledge, confidence, and skills they need to prepare for college and achieve their goals.
Summer is where learning meets opportunity—and where students begin to see themselves as college students.
