TRiO Upward Bound Program
The Upward Bound Program prepares students to successfully pursue a post-secondary education. Through support and targeted instruction, the program works to increase the number of participants who enroll in, and graduate from, institutions of postsecondary education. The Malcolm X College Upward Bound Program will serve 60 high school students from Crane, Manley Career Academy, and Marshall Metro Magnet high schools.
Services
Upward Bound Program services include instruction in:
- Math
- Science
- English/Composition
- Literature
- Foreign language
Eligibility
Students who would be the first in their families to attend college, those from low-income households, and/or students with special needs are eligible to apply. Upward Bound is a federally-funded program: all services to students are free.
The benefits of being selected include:
- Individual tutoring
- Study skill enhancement
- Cultural opportunities
- Educational and career counseling
How to Apply
To apply for admission into Malcolm X College’s Upward Bound Program, simply call the Upward Bound office at 312.850.7495 and request an application. Or you can talk to your high school counselor about admission into the program.
Staff Directory
Hubert Dure
Director
312-850-7064
Fax: 312-850-7119
hdure@ccc.edu
Room 1318
Rachel Colon
Administrative Assistant
312-850-7495
rcolon6@ccc.edu
Room 1314
Arthur Horton
Educational Specialist
312-850-7109
aahorton12@ccc.edu
Room 1315
Jeniel Smith
Educational Specialist
312-850-7101
jsmith93@ccc.edu
Room 1315
