Kent State University TRIO Upward Bound Programs are committed to providing equality, preparation and access for populations seeking entrance to postsecondary education. 

Upward Bound is a federal TRIO program funded by the U. S. Department of Education.

Pre-College/TRIO Upward Bound programs include three federal TRIO Upward Bound programs that seek to increase educational opportunities and diminish barriers for first-generation, low income students and families through comprehensive services in targeted school districts.

There are two Upward Bound programs at Kent State: Classic and Health Professions. TRIO programs help students overcome class, social, and academic barriers to higher education.

Contact Us

Parking

To park at Lowry Hall at Kent State, visitors should use the nearby Student Center Visitor's Lot free after 6 PM Friday & weekends or find metered/Passport app spots on campus.

upwardbound@kent.edu​
330-672-2920

The Upward Bound offices are located on the first floor of the Lowry Hall in Suite 126.