TRIO Upward Bound

Yakima Valley College (YVC) Upward Bound (UB) Program is funded by the US Department of Education and assists students in their pursuit of a high school diploma and prepares them to enter and complete a post-secondary education program.

YVC Upward Bound is a year-round program

Program Information

  • Low-income and/or first-generation students
  • Entering 9th, 10th, or 11th grade
  • From Wapato, Toppenish, Granger, and Sunnyside high schools
  • U.S. Citizen or legal Permanent Resident
  • In need of academic support/resources

  • Guidance in navigating the college and scholarship process
  • Online tutoring and one-on-one support
  • Monthly seminars
  • Assistance with class and career planning
  • A unique 6-week summer residential program that provides a true college experience
  • College campus tours and connections
  • Computer and calculator lending system
  • Monthly stipend for participation
  • One-on-one advising with Upward Bound staff

 

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Upward Bound Staff

Name Job Title Email Phone
Isaias Guerrero Upward Bound Director iguerrero@yvcc.edu 509.574.4958
Ramiro Gonzalez Program Coordinator rgonzalez@yvcc.edu 509.574.6887
Liliana Rutz Assistant Director lrutz@yvcc.edu 509.574.6843


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