TRiO Programs
The federal TRiO programs are federal outreach and student services programs designed to identify and provide services for individuals from disadvantaged backgrounds. TRiO includes eight programs target to serve and assist low-income individuals, first-generation college students, and individuals with disabilities. These program help them to progress academically from middle school to post-baccalaureate programs. TRiO Programs are administered through the U.S. Department of Education.
CIHS has four programs that serve our students. Below is information about each of these programs.
To be eligible, you:
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Must be a Channel Islands student enrolled in grades 9-12 (or if currently in 8th grade, if you will be enrolled at either high school the following academic year, you are eligible as well)
Additional Qualifications
You must also meet at least one of the following- you do NOT need to meet all of the below:
- Be a first-generation college student; meaning that neither parent has received a four-year (bachelor's) degree
OR
- Meet specific taxable income guidelines set forth by the U.S. Department of Education
OR
- Are academically struggling as evidenced by GPA and/or state test scores
If you have questions about any of the requirements, please contact us! Many students read our qualifications and think they may not qualify, and oftentimes, they do! So please call us with any questions!
Services provided by the program include:
- 6-week summer academic program
- Exposure to academic programs and cultural events
- Instruction in reading, writing, study skills, and other subjects necessary for success in education beyond high school
- Academic, financial, or personal counseling
- Tutorial services
- Mentoring programs
- Information on postsecondary education opportunities
- Assistance in completing college entrance and financial aid applications
- Assistance in preparing for college entrance exams
- Information on the full range of Federal Student Financial Aid programs and benefits
Who is eligible to attend?
- Students must be from a low-income family, or from a family whose parents have not graduated from a four-year institution. Two-thirds of our students must be both.
- Be a U.S. citizen or permanent resident in the United States
- Currently a freshman, sophomore or junior
- Have a strong desire and commitment to attend a four-year university or college
Application Process
Ready to apply to the Updated Bound Program? Follow steps 1 and 2 below, and we'll guide you through the rest.
- Complete the Pre-screening Questionnaire (PSQ)
- Return the PSQ to Upward Bound
- Applications will be emailed out to eligible students who complete the PSQ
- Complete and submit the application
- Students admitted to the program will be notified via email
Upward Bound Channel Islands (UBCI)
The goals of UBCI are to:
- Raise high school GPAs to a level consistent with college entry
- Prepare students for a successful application and entry into college
- Help students and families pursue federal financial aid and other sources of funding for college.
- Increase students success in Higher Education
Services provided by the program include:
- Academic, financial, or personal counseling and advising
- Assistance in completing college entrance and financial aid applications
- Financial, College and Career Saturdays Events
- College Visits/College Fairs
- Educational and Cultural Field Trips
- After-school Tutoring and Mentoring
- A summer college component designed to enrich students academic skills in a college setting
- Bus transportation for selected events
Who is eligible to attend?
- Be enrolled in 9-12 grade at Channel Islands High School
- Be a potential first generation college student AND/OR come from a home where the family meets the federal income level eligibility requirements. Refer to Federal TRIO Program chart for Annual Income levels.
- A U.S. citizen or have intentions to become a permanent resident.
- Demonstrate a desire to do their best in school and to go on to college after high school graduation.
- Complete and submit the entire UBCI application and its required documents.
Application Process
You'll need to:
- Fill out a google interest form.
- Schedule an interview to get to know more about the services Upward Bound offers.
- Fill out an application.
- Participate in Upward Bound events and workshops during a 60-day probationary period that is expected of new applicants.
Once in the program, UBCI students are expected to:
- Be in school and on time every day.
- Attend tutoring as assigned
- Check the UBCI website on a regular basis for Announcements, Calendar of events, and other activities at www.lnescoxnard.org.
- Attend all parent and student meetings.
- Attend the six-week summer academy.