Prospective Scholars
Applications for admission to UB for the 2007-2008 will close May 30, 2008. The next recruitment will be in the Fall of 2008.
While UMass Dartmouth UB is not currently recruiting new students, you may download recruitment materials for your reference. If you do not have Adobe Acrobat Reader on your computer, you can download it for free by clicking on the box at the bottom. If you have this software on your computer, open it first then click on one of the documents below to download the parts of the application for your use:
UB STUDENT APPLICATION (PDF file) Mail to the Upward Bound Program at the University of Massachusetts Dartmouth, 285 Old Westport Road, North Dartmouth, MA 02747 by the application deadline.
UB TEACHER RECOMMENDATION (PDF file) Just print this recommendation, have two teachers complete it by the application deadline for your school, and mail to the Upward Bound Program at the University of Massachusetts Dartmouth, 285 Old Westport Road, North Dartmouth, MA 02747.
If you do not have Adobe Reader, it can be downloaded for free by clicking the link below.
Who May Apply to Upward Bound?
Students in their second semester of their 8th grade year as well as students in 9th and 10th grades who attend UB target schools, are in good academic standing and are seriously considering attending college may apply to the program if they and their parents or guardians meet federal income and educational guidelines. (Two-thirds of our students must meet both criteria; one-third may meet one or the other but not both.) To be educationally eligible, the parent(s) with whom the student lives cannot have a degree from a four-year college. While the income information for our next recruitment period will be updated before our next recruitment period, the most recent income guidelines are below:
Click here to view and print the current guidelines for income eligibility (PDF)
Maximum Family Income * in 2007 for Upward Bound Eligibility
| Adjusted Gross Income *** | |||
|---|---|---|---|
| Size of Family ** | Taxable Income | Single/Head of Household | Married Filing Jointly |
| 1 | $14,700 | $22,900 | N/A |
| 2 | $19,800 | $33,500 | $36,200 |
| 3 | $24,900 | $41,800 | $44,500 |
| 4 | $30,000 | $50,100 | $52,800 |
| 5 | $35,100 | $58,400 | $61,100 |
| 6 | $40,200 | $66,700 | $69,400 |
| 7 | $45,300 | $75,000 | $77,700 |
| 8 | $50,400 | $93,300 | $86,000 |
* For these purposes "family income" includes only the income of the parent(s)/stepparent with whom the student lives.
** The "Size of Family" includes parent(s)/stepparent living with the students and their dependents (including the student).
*** Adjusted Gross Income = Taxable Income + Deductions + (Size of Family) Exemption
Exemptions = $3,200 per person
Deductions = $5,000 Single / $7,300 Head of Household / $10,000 Married Filing Jointly or Qualifying Widow(er)
When and how should I apply?
Applying from school
Recruiting takes place throughout the Academic School Year. See your guidance counselor for a pass to attend the Upward Bound informational session in your school. Teachers, guidance counselors, parents, and community members can also refer students to Upward Bound.
Click here to refer a student to Upward Bound
Once we've determined that you are eligible to apply (refer to UB Student Application above), you will need to complete an application and get a teacher recommendation. Strong candidates will be interviewed by two Upward Bound representatives in the Upward Bound Office. Students are notified within two to three weeks from the date of interview as to whether or not they have been accepted into the program.
2007-2008 Recruitment Schedule
| High School | UB Presentation | Applications Due |
|---|---|---|
| Roosevelt Middle School | TBA | May 30, 2008 |
| Keith Middle School | TBA | May 30, 2008 |
| Normandin Middle School | TBA | May 30, 2008 |
| Wareham Middle School | TBA | May 30, 2008 |
| Westport Middle School | TBA | May 30, 2008 |
