Upward Bound - Henderson

Upward Bound is for high school students who want to attend college or vocational school after their high school graduation. The goal of Upward Bound is to increase the rate at which participants complete secondary education and enroll in and graduate from institutions of postsecondary education. Upward Bound is funded through the Department of Education.

Upward Bound

Upward Bound Henderson serves students attending Henderson County High School. Upward Bound provides free access to tutoring, college tours, help applying for scholarships, ACT help, a monthly stipend, and more!

Director: Leigh Conyers

Not from Henderson County? Other locations: Upward Bound Tri-State | Upward Bound Christian County

Who is Eligible?

To be eligible for Murray State Upward Bound Henderson a student must:

  • Attend Henderson County High School
  • Be a U.S. citizen
  • GPA of 2.5 or higher
  • Meet income guidelines OR be a First-generation student (neither parent has a college degree)

Upward Bound Henderson Application

students on a college tour pose for a photo
Upward Bound Henderson students hiking

Upward Bound Services

  • ACT prep and practice tests
  • Tutoring Assistance online
  • College Tours
  • Field trips, cultural and educational events
  • Workshops
  • Saturday Sessions (once a month)

 

Upward Bound Benefits

  • A monthly stipend during the academic school year and summer. Students must be active in the program and complete activities assigned.

  • Assistance completing college applications

  • Assistance preparing for college entrance exams

  • Assistance in completing financial aid and scholarship information

Upward Bound Henderson Application

Contact Us

Ellen Uddberg

Ellen Uddberg

Program Coordinator
Upward Bound Christian County and Henderson County

 

Kaitlin Green

Kaitlin Green

Academic Coordinator
Upward Bound Henderson County

Phone ext. 21109

Renae Rohrs

Renae Rohrs

Office Assistant
Upward Bound Henderson County

 

 

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