Upward Bound Program Application Packet Upward Bound Scholars

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   A potential first-generation college student;
   
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   A low-income individual; or
   
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   An individual who has a high academic need.
   
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   A U.S. citizen or permanent resident.
   
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   Attend Maynard Jackson High School, South Atlanta School, or The New Schools at Carver.
   
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   Student can commit to participate in the program until he/she graduates from high school.
   

General

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  Students will remain academically sound and show satisfactory progress while in the program.
  
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  Students will abide by all Upward Bound rules.
  
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  Students will attend required activities.
  
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  Students will treat all Upward Bound students, administrators, tutors, teachers, and counselors respectfully.
  

Academic Year

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  Attend required tutoring sessions throughout the academic year. (Held weekly)
  
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  Attend Saturday academic classes throughout the academic year. (Held twice monthly)
  
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  Attend academic advising/ counseling sessions throughout the academic year.
  

Summer Program

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  Attend a 6-week program during the summer. Instruction will include classes in mathematics, laboratory science, foreign language, composition, and literature. Freshmen will commute to attend classes and activities. Students in grades10-12 will reside in the residence halls from Sunday evening until Friday afternoon.
  
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  Note: Students must attend both the academic year and summer components!
  

Bridge Component (Upward Bound students who have completed the 12^th grade)

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  Enroll in and complete six transferable hours of college credit
  
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  Fulfill requirements at assigned work-study position, providing exposure to a career requiring a post-secondary degree.
  

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  Parents are asked to remain in contact with program staff through workshops, meetings, events, and phone/e-mail.
  
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  Attend parent/ student orientations in the beginning of both the academic year and summer components.
  
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  Support your student’s attendance and full participation in Upward Bound.
  

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  FREE tutoring, test preparation classes, and summer program to increase success in high school and increase college readiness.
  
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  Cultural events, guest speakers, field trips, career fairs, and college tours.
  
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  Assistance with college enrollment including application fee waivers, financial aid, and scholarship searches.
  
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  Academic advising, career and personal counseling.
  
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  Student is eligible to earn a stipend ($) for full participation.
  

3 STEPS TO BECOMING AN

UPWARD BOUND SCHOLAR!!!

Applicant Information

APPLICANT’S NAME: _______________________________________________________________________________________________

LAST FIRST MI

Social Security #: (required)	Grade Level:			Email Address:
High School/ Middle School Currently Attending:	Counselor Name:
Mailing Address: Street and Apartment Number:
City:	State:			Zip:
Home Phone Number:	Alternative Phone Number:
Date of Birth:	Age:			Gender: ________Male ______Female
Ethnic Background (optional); [] African American or Black [] American Indian [] Asian/Pacific Islander [] Hispanic [] White [] More than one race Who do you live with? [] Mother & Father [] Father [] Mother [] Guardian [] Other Name of parent(s)/guardian: ___________________________________________________________ What language is spoken at home: [] English [] Spanish [] Other
What are your favorite school subjects?		What grades do you usually earn?
Have you ever made the honor roll? [] Yes []No		Have you ever failed a class? []No [] Yes, please list here __________________________________
What type of degree do you plan to obtain? Check all that apply. [] High School Diploma [] Vocational or Technical School Degree [] Two Year College Degree [] Four Year College Degree [] Master’s Degree [] Doctorate Degree
What college or university do you hope to attend? Or [] Undecided			In what do you plan on majoring? Or [] Undecided
What kind of career or job would you like to have? Or [] Undecided			In what extracurricular activities are you involved? Or [] None at this time

Student signature: ____________________________________________ Date: _________________________________



Parent/Guardian signature: _____________________________________

CITIZENSHIP OF APPLICANT: [] United States Citizen or [] Permanent Resident Card Number: ________________________

NAME OF HEAD OF HOUSEHOLD: _______________________________________________________________________________________

LAST FIRST MI

Street City State ZIP

Phone: ________________________

INCOME VERIFICATION

In order to verify taxable income, please attach a SIGNED copy of your most recent U.S. Income Tax Form.
Do you receive or qualify for free lunch? ______ Yes ______ No
Has either parent received a four (4) year degree from a college or university? ______Yes ______No

Did you file income tax last year? Yes_________ No________ If yes, check form used and taxable income amount.
_____1040, line 43 $______________Amount
_____1040A, line 27 $______________Amount
_____1040EZ, line 5 $______________Amount

How many people live in the household? ____________________

Other Income:

(1) Social Security ______________________Amount/month (5) Unemployment ________________Amount/month

(2) AFDC ______________________Amount/month (6) Disability ________________Amount/month

(3) SSI ______________________Amount/month (7) Retirement ________________Amount/month

(4) Child support ______________________Amount/month (8) Vet’s Benefits ________________Amount/month

Additional comments concerning your financial situation, if no documentation is available.
By signing below, I certify that the above information and income data is correct to the best of my knowledge. Furthermore, I understand that all information provided is confidential.

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Head of Household Signature Date

RELEASE OF SCHOOL RECORDS
I have read the attached program description and want my child to participate in Upward Bound therefore I authorize the Clark Atlanta University Upward Bound Program to access and/or receive copies of my child’s academic transcripts, grade reports, report cards, standardized test scores, and any other academic information and test results necessary to complete the program’s application process and after acceptance to the program.
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Parent’s Signature Date

Student’s Name: _______________________________ Social Security Number:________________________________

School: _______________________________________ Academy: ___________________________________________


The Family Educational Rights and Privacy Act (FERPA) federal law provides for the review and disclosure of student educational records. The University and the Upward Bound Program will not permit access to or release of personally identifiable information contained in student educational records to any part without the written consent of the student, except as authorized by FERPA.
Personal Essay
(Use the space below or type on a separate piece of paper.)
The personal essay is an important part of the selection. In 250 words or more, discuss ONE of the following topics:

1) Events and/or persons in your background that have influenced you in your educational and professional aspirations;

2) What you believe you will attain from Upward Bound and the contributions you can make to the program OR

3) What you believe is your most impressive accomplishment and how it has impacted you.
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Dear Parent/Guardian:

To save you time and effort, the information you gave on your Free Meals Application may be shared with other programs for which your children may qualify. For the following program, we must have your permission to share your information. Sending in this form will not change whether your child receives free or reduced price meals.

YES! I DO want school officials to share information from my Free and Reduced Price School Meal application with Clark Atlanta University Upward Bound Program.

If you checked YES in the box above, fill out the form so your information can be shared for the child listed below; ask the school official to complete and sign below. Your information will be shared only with the UB Program.

Child’s Name: _________________________ School: _________________________________

Parent/Guardian printed name: ____________________________________

Address: _______________________________________________

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Parent/Guardian signature: ______________________________________________________

Date

I, ______________________________, school official of _________________________

School Name

certify that the child named above receives free lunch.

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Signature Date

Non-discrimination Statement: This explains what to do if you believe you have been treated unfairly. “In accordance with Federal Law and U.S. Department of Agriculture policy, this institution is prohibited from discriminating on the basis of race, color, national origin, sex, age, or disability. To fil a complaint of discrimination, write USDA, Director, Office of Adjudication, 1400 Independence Avenue SW, Washington, D.C.20250-9410 or call toll free (866) 632-9992 (voice). Individuals who are hearing impaired or have speech disabilities may con USDA through the Federal Relay Service at (800) 877-8339 or (800) 845-6136 (Spanish). USDA is an equal opportunity provider and employer.

Clark Atlanta University

Upward Bound Program

223 James P. Brawley Drive, SW

Box 1955

Atlanta, GA 30314

Phone: (404) 880-8200 Fax: (404) 880-6278
COUNSELOR RECOMMENDATION FORM

Dear Counselor:

The student listed below is applying for admission into the Upward Bound Program at Clark Atlanta University. Your assessment of the student’s conduct, character and academic need for program services is a critical component in the admissions process. Please give us your sincere assessment of this student’s desire and ability to learn. Please mail the completed Recommendation Form to the above address or fax to (404) 880-6278. You may also return the completed Recommendation Form to the student in a sealed envelope to submit with his/her completed student application. If you should have any questions and/or concerns, please feel free to contact the Upward Bound office at (404) 880-8200. The time and effort you have taken to complete this form is sincerely appreciated.
Student’s Name______________________________________ Grade Level _________ School____________________
PLEASE ATTACH MOST RECENT TRANSCRIPT WITH A COPY OF STANDARDIZED TEST SCORES
Please place an “x” in the appropriate column for each characteristic listed below:

STUDENT CHARACTERISTICS	EXCELLENT	AVERAGE	FAIR	POOR
STANDARDIZED TESTING
PARENTAL INVOLVEMENT
MATURITY
ATTENDANCE
EAGER TO LEARN NEW THINGS
DEMONSTRATES MOTIVATION TO COMPLETE A 6-WEEK SUMMER PROGRAM

Please provide comments on motivation, behavior, personality, strengths or weaknesses that you feel are pertinent to the student’s performance in Upward Bound. Additional comments may be written on the back.
___________________________________________________________________________________________________________Please list the areas where student can benefit from tutoring:
___________________________________________________________________________________________________________ Has the student received any honors?
___________________________________________________________________________________________________________Has the student ever been expelled or suspended from school? Are there any disciplinary concerns?
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Has the student ever failed a class? ___________________________________________________________________________________________
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Counselor’s Printed Name & Title School Telephone Number

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Counselor’s Signature Date

Clark Atlanta University

Upward Bound Program
APPLICATION CHECK LIST

Student Information
Release of School Records (signed by parent)
Student Personal Essay (handwritten or typed)
Counselor Recommendation
Parent/Guardian income verification
Agreement to Allow Sharing of Information

If you have questions about any part of this application, please do not hesitate to contact our staff at (404) 880-8200.

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