Upward Bound We use cookies to enhance your browsing experience, personalize content and analyze our traffic. By clicking “I Accept,” you consent to our use of cookies. Privacy Statement & GDPR Centennial Give to ERAU ERNIE Embry-Riddle Home Degrees & Programs Certificate Programs Bachelor's Degrees Master's Degrees Non-Degree Looking For? Minor Courses of Study Professional and Corporate Education Upward Bound Language Institute Study Abroad Summer Camps Catalog Apply Now Get Info Upward Bound Upward Bound is a federally funded program for high school students in Prescott, AZ, and the surrounding area who are committed to preparing for a postsecondary (college) education. The Upward Bound program is designed to give participants — who attend for free — the tools, skills and knowledge to be successful in high school and at the university level. Students enrolled in Upward Bound are four times more likely to attend college. Who Is Eligible? Students in the ninth, 10th or 11th grade at Tri-City College Prep School, Chino Valley High School, Mayer High School, Yavapai County High School and Bradshaw Mountain High School First generation to attend college (i.e., parents/guardians do not have a four-year degree) Families who meet federal guidelines for financial eligibility How Much Does It Cost? Upward Bound is free to all participants and includes: Summer Embry-Riddle courses Summer housing (meals included) Transportation during summer program Field trips SAT/ACT waivers Tutoring during summer program Social and cultural activities Books for summer program End-of-summer trip Upward Bound banquet What Are the Benefits? Academic support Financial aid information and workshops ACT/SAT prep Free tutoring during summer program Career exploration Field trips College campus visits Cultural activities Community service Tuition-free high school and college-credit courses Stipends for attending weekly meetings and completing academic units How Do I Apply? Contact the Upward Bound Academic Coordinator at 928-777-3924 Sheryl Gillum Director, Upward Bound 928-777-3923 Sheryl.Gillum@erau.edu Related Content To receive an Eligibility Assessment or Upward Bound Application, or to ask questions about the program, please contact the Prescott Upward Bound Staff Future Student Resources Admissions FAQ Campus Map and Directions Tuition and Estimated Costs Housing Embry-Riddle Language Institute Area Information and Activities Professional Programs ROTC Visit the Campus Student Blogs Clubs and Organizations Summer Camps Current Student Resources Academic Calendar Academic Support Bookstore Campus Directory Career Services Student Financial Services Course Catalog Dean of Students Division of Student Affairs Student Accessibility Services EagleCard Financial Aid Hazy Library & Learning Center Health and Wellness Office of Title IX Compliance Records and Registration Safety and Security Parents & Family Future Students ROTC Veterans Alumni Engagement Athletics