Application

Who Can Apply?

Any student attending one of the target high schools is eligible to apply to the SAU Upward Bound Program. Students with an interest in post-secondary success are especially encouraged to apply.

Target High Schools

Additionally, An Upward Bound Applicant:

1. Must be a U.S. citizen
2. Must be entering their freshman year in high school and at least 14 years of age at the time of application
3. Must have college potential but need academic support to be successful in college
4. Most students must qualify in both of the following areas, although a few students may be accepted who only meet one of the following:
   1. Low-income (guideline set forth by the federal government)
   2. First generation college student (i.e., no natural or adoptive parent living in the home has a four-year college degree)

In addition to the above criteria, admission to the Southern Arkansas University Upward Bound Program is based on student grades and counselor and teacher recommendations.

Application Request

I am a high school freshman or know a high school freshman who lives within a 50-mile radius of Magnolia, Arkansas, and is interested in applying to the Southern Arkansas University Upward Bound Program. Please send more information to:

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