Upward Bound | Services

Academic Advising

Participants work closely with an Academic Advisor who provides academic guidance throughout their high school years and beyond. The Academic Advisor is responsible for tracking participants' academic progress and ensuring that every participant is on a college track from the moment they are admitted into the program.

After-School Study Hall

Participants attend study hall at their respective high schools three days a week for one hour after school. During study hall, the participants receive tutoring and academic advising. School supplies and snacks are provided.

Saturday Academy

Saturday Academy WOVEN Learning Class

Participants attend Saturday Academy sessions at Cal State LA, receiving supplemental instruction in English, math, science, and enrichment workshops. School supplies and a meal are provided.

Saturday Academy Math Class with Mr. Hang

Fall 2025

  • October 4
  • October 18 * Parent Academy
  • November 1
  • November 15 
Saturday Academy WOVEN Learning Class outdoors activity

Spring 2026

  • January 24
  • February 21 * Parent Academy
  • March 21
  • April 25

Parent Academy

March 29 Upward Bound Parent Academy Group Picture

Family Workshops in English and Spanish

Saturday, October 18, 2025 

Financial Literacy

Financial Foundations Workshop by First Gen Legacy

Saturday, February 21, 2026 

College Awareness

Career Exploration Workshop by First Gen Legacy

Student Enrichment Activities

Participants visit 2-4 universities every year. In addition, the participants have the opportunity to attend student conferences and workshops where they receive information about financial aid, college admissions requirements, SAT/ACT preparation, leadership development, and multicultural awareness.

Fall 2025 - College Visits

Spring 2026 - College Visit

National TRIO Day 

  • Saturday, February 28 - Los Angeles Regional Food Bank (Pasadena and Los Angeles) 

Summer Retreat - College Visits

  • CSU Monterey Bay, UC Santa Cruz, Santa Clara University, and UC Merced 

Graduation Ceremony

May, 2026

Class of 2026 

Summer 2026

  • Tuesday, June 9, 2026
    • Pasadena Programs: Student/Family Orientation
  • Thursday, June 11, 2026
    • Los Angeles Programs: Student/Family Orientation
  • June 15 – July 24, 2026
    • Summer Program: Monday-Friday
  • June 21 - July 2, 2026
    • 2 Week Residential Program
  • Friday, July 24, 2026
    • Summer Program 2026 Closing Ceremony
  • July 27 - July 31, 2026
    • Summer Retreat