Academic Advising - Participants work closely with an Academic Advisor who provides academic guidance throughout their high school years and beyond. The Academic Advisor is responsible for tracking participants' academic progress and ensuring that every participant is on a college track from the moment they are admitted into the program.
After-School Study Hall - Fall 2024 and Spring 2025 Participants attend study hall at their respective high schools three days a week for one hour after school. During study hall, the participants receive tutoring and academic advising. School supplies and snacks are provided.
Saturday Academy - Participants attend Saturday Academy sessions at Cal State LA where they receive supplemental instruction in English, math, science, and enrichment workshops. School supplies and a meal are provided.
Fall 2024
- October 5
- October 19 *
- November 2
- November 16 *
Spring 2025
- February 1 *
- February 15
- March 8 *
- March 22
Parent Academy: Family Workshops (English and Spanish)
- Saturday, October 19, 2024 - Financial Literacy: Financial Foundations Workshop by First Gen Legacy & Cal State LA Financial Aid
- Saturday, November 16, 2024 - Financial Literacy: Financial Planning Workshop by First Gen Legacy
- Saturday, February 1, 2025 - College Awareness: Career Exploration Workshop by First Gen Legacy
- Saturday, March 8, 2025 - College Awareness: Career Pathways Workshop by First Gen Legacy
Student Enrichment Activities - Participants visit 2-4 universities every year. In addition, the participants have the opportunity to attend student conferences and workshops where they receive information about financial aid, college admissions requirements, SAT/ACT preparation, leadership development, and multicultural awareness.
Fall 2024 - College Visits
- Thursday, October 3 - Los Angeles Programs 9th/10th visiting University of California, Riverside
- Friday, October 18 - Pasadena Programs 9th/10th visiting University of California, Riverside
Spring 2025 - College Visit
- Monday, February 10 - Pasadena Programs 9th/10th visiting Cal Poly Pomona
- Monday, February 17 - Los Angeles Programs 9th/10th visiting Cal Poly Pomona
- Tuesday, April 8 - Thursday, April 10 - Pasadena Programs 11th Spring Retreat
- Tuesday, April 15 - Thursday, April 17 - Los Angeles Programs 11th Spring Retreat
Graduation Ceremony
- Tuesday, May 6 - Upward Bound Graduation Ceremony - Class of 2025
Summer 2025
- Tuesday, June 10, 2025 - Pasadena Programs: Student/Family Orientation
- Wednesday, June 11, 2025 - Los Angeles Programs: Student/Family Orientation
- June 23 – August 1, 2025 - Summer Program: Monday-Friday
- July 13 - July 25, 2025 - 2 Week Residential Program
- Friday, August 1, 2025 - Summer Program 2025 Closing Ceremony
Application and Information
If you are currently in the 8th, 9th, or 10th grade and meet the eligibility requirements, you may apply to be a participant of the Cal State LA. Upward Bound Programs. Acceptance into the program is based on the following: complete application packet, eligibility requirements, and interview process.