Greater Erie Community Action Committee - TRIO Upward Bound
Prepares low-income, first-generation college-bound students for a four-year degree by providing school counseling, tutoring, scholarship application assistance, college tours, workshops, and other events. Working collaboratively with Mercyhurst University, the program offers services at the students' home schools and on the campus of Mercyhurst University during the academic year and during a six-week summer session.
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Physical Address
18 West 9th Street, Erie, PA 16501
Hours
Monday through Friday, 8:30am to 4:30pm
Voice
Voice
Website
Application process
Complete the application and return it to the school's guidance counselor. Visit https://www.gecac.org/work/education/upward-bound
Fee
Services free of charge.
Eligibility
1. Grades 9-12 2. Attend one of the participating schools: Corry High School, Erie High School, Perseus House Charter School of Excellence 3. Parents did not graduate college and/or family income is low.
Languages
Translation service available
Service area
Erie, PA
Agency info
Greater Erie Community Action Committee
Assists people throughout Erie County break the cycle of poverty, be self-sufficient and achieve financial independence. Assists with meeting emergency needs and start individuals on the road to self-sufficiency.