Participation costs and eligibility requirements
Participation costs
Upward Bound is federally funded by the United States Department of Education and sponsored by the University of Minnesota. There is no charge to participate in the program. However, all applicants must meet specific eligibility requirements.
Eligibility requirements
Who can apply for the University of Minnesota Upward Bound Program?
Eligible students must meet the following conditions:
- First generation college-bound students (whose parents or guardian did not complete a four-year degree) and/or students from families meeting income guidelines.
- Students who attend Minneapolis North, South, or Edison High School.
- Students who are in their freshman or sophomore year of high school.
Eligibility-at-a-glance
Use the following checklist to determine potential eligibility for Upward Bound. Keep in mind that answering “yes” to one of the following items does not guarantee eligibility or acceptance. Also, if none of the below describes you or your family, you may still apply to our program. This is only a guideline.
- Will you be the first person in your family to attain a
college/technical school education? (Exclude brothers and sisters)
Yes / No - Does your family live in federally supported low-income housing?
Yes / No - Does anyone in your family receive food stamps or other
state/federal assistance?
Yes / No - Do you receive free or reduced lunch at your school?
Yes / No - Are you a foster child, or is the State your legal guardian?
Yes / No - Was your total household income low enough that your parents were
NOT required to file taxes last year?
Yes / No
2006 Federal Taxable Income Table
The following is a guide showing the maximum amounts families could have earned in 2006 to be eligible for Upward Bound services.
| Number of exemptions claimed (Form 1040A, Box 6d or |
Taxable Income from 2006 Federal Tax Form (1040EZ, Line 6, 1040A, Line 27, or 1040, Line 43) |
| 1 | $14,700 |
| 2 | 19,800 |
| 3 | 24,900 |
| 4 | 30,000 |
| 5 | 35,100 |
| 6 | 40,200 |
| 7 | 45,300 |
| 8 | 50,400 |
| Families with more than 8 exemptions, add $5,100 for
each additional member. *Please note that all eligibility guidelines are subject to change based on regulations determined by the U.S. Department of Education |
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Revised November 2007