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Mission, Vision, and Goals

Mission

Upward Bound is an intensive, year-round college-preparatory program. Our mission is to assist low-income, first-generation college bound high school students in the successful completion of secondary education and prepare them academically and socially for enrollment and completion of higher education. The mission also instills the ideas of achievement in all aspects necessary to succeed collegiality and includes building an atmosphere that enhances positive self-esteem while fostering unity and collaboration. In essence, Upward Bound helps students achieve their full potential.

Vision

The University of Memphis Upward Bound will serve as a channel in helping students excel in all facets of life. Upward Bound vision is to produce students who will influence their families and communities as a result of their participation in educational, social, and cultural services offered by the program.

Goals

The goals of the University of Memphis Upward Bound are to

  • Empower socially and economically challenged students to successfully graduate from high school.
  • Aid students and families in the college admissions process.
  • Motivate students to enroll in and graduate from an institute of postsecondary education.
  • Enrich students' lives academically, socially, and culturally.

The University of Memphis Upward Bound is an equal opportunity program.