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New online UB application procedure

Students must be a high school freshmen enrolled at one of the following target high schools: Coconino HS, Flagstaff HS, Williams HS, and Winslow HS.

Complete and submit online 2021-2022 Upward Bound Application
Both English and Spanish online 2021-2022 Upward Bound Application is available.

Prior to working on the online 2021-2022 Upward Bound application, have the following documents ready to be uploaded:

Copy of parents/guardians completed 2020 federal income taxes, pages 1-2 (Tax forms must be signed.)
Copy of student’s Social Security Card
Copy of student’s Certificate of Indian Blood (CIB), if applicable
Copy of student’s 8th grade transcript/report card
Prepare your typed responses to the three student essay questions (300 words each):
- Introduce yourself, your family, and share your personal interest(s).
- What are your academic goals and future plans?
- What obstacles may you encounter when enrolling, attending, and graduating from college? How will you overcome these challenges?
Prepare your typed responses to the three parent essay questions (300 words each):
- How would you describe your child, and their academic strengths and weaknesses?
- How have you helped your child be successful when it comes to their education?
- How much support can we expect from you in regards to your student’s involvement in the Upward Bound program?
You will need to provide an email address for one Teacher/Counselor. An evaluation form will be sent directly to your Teacher/Counselor.

For additional information, email UpwardBound@nau.edu or contact us at 928-523-8574.