The following questions are answered in the column on the right.

 

What is Upward Bound?

Am I eligible?

How much does it cost?

Do I have to attend Barton Community College?

 

What is Upward Bound?

Upward Bound was created in 1965 by the Higher Education Act and is funded by the U.S. Department of Education. Barton Community College first sponsored the Barton County Upward Bound (BCUB) Program in 1999.  The program prides itself on serving students from diverse backgrounds who aspire to complete a college degree.  Students attending high schools located in Ellinwood, Great Bend and Hoisington have worked year-round in preparation for their eventual college success.

Barton County Upward Bound (BCUB) program is a TRIO program funded by the U.S. Department of Education with a grant in the amount of $250,000. 

Who is eligible?

Participants are chosen based on their family income and parent’s education level. All students must either have their family meet income guidelines set by the U.S. Department of Education or be potential first-generation college students.  Students must also attend one of the following schools: Ellinwood High School, Great Bend School, Hoisington High School.  We can not accept students who are currently in the 12th grade.

 How much does it cost to participate in Upward Bound?

Nothing! All of our services are provided free of charge.  And students have the abilty to earn a stipend each semester for attending BCUB sponsored events.

 Do I have to attend Barton Community College?

No. Our goal is to help our participants attend the college or university of their choice.