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A FREE COLLEGE PREP PROGRAM FOR ELIGIBLE STUDENTS

Welcome to the Project Upward Bound (PUB) Program at Southern Illinois University Carbondale. PUB is an educational assistance program funded by the U.S. Department of Education. It is designed to assist qualifying high school students in developing the skills and motivation necessary for successful completion of post-secondary education or training. Services are provided to participants during the regular school year (Academic Year Program) and during six weeks in the summer (Summer Program).

A special college preparatory program (The Summer Bridge Program) is also offered for Upward Bound seniors who have graduated and plan to attend SIU.

VIEW AVAILABLE SUMMER JOBS

This fun school program includes:

  • Tutoring & academic counseling
  • Career exploration
  • Fun Saturday events
  • University field trips
  • $$ for participating
  • Fun summer activities

aboutAbout Upward Bound


The Project Upward Bound program provides educational opportunities for students to succeed in high school and prepare them for higher education.

advise.webpAcademic Advising


  • Individual advising
  • Parent involvement
  • Saturday academies: college advising, major and more...

summer.webp Summer Program

  • 6-week summer program
  • Preparation courses for the next academic year

eligibility.webpEligibility

Meet at least ONE of the following criteria:

  • First-generation: parents do not have a 4-year degree from the U.S.
  • Low-income: based on taxable income
  • High risk: based on grades and test scores