The TRIO Upward Bound Program at Central Lakes College empowers high school students to become successful college students. Designed for modest-income and first-generation students, the program provides academic support, college preparation, and personal development services to help students graduate from high school, enroll in college, and complete their post-secondary education.
Funded by the U.S. Department of Education under the Higher Education Act, Title IV, TRIO Programs, Central Lakes College received its first Upward Bound grant in 2003. Today, the college proudly operates two Upward Bound programs serving students from the following high schools:
- Brainerd
- Isle
- Nay Ah Shing
- Onamia
- Pierz Healy
- Little Falls
Since 1965, TRIO programs have helped over two million students across the nation overcome barriers to higher education. While financial aid addresses economic challenges, TRIO programs focus on breaking down social, cultural, and academic barriers. Students and families continue to rely on TRIO for the guidance, resources, and encouragement needed to thrive in both high school and college.
