Upward Bound students in class

Application and Guidelines

If you or the student you are recommending meet the criteria discussed in Who Can Participate / Eligibility then please continue with completing the entire application. Also please provide the following required documents:

Personal Information

  • Birth Certificate
  • Permanent resident card (if applicable, front and back)
  • Copy of Parent(s) federal income tax form for the most current tax year (1040 or 1040A, not W2 Form)
  • Benefits letter from Social Security and/or Social Services for your most recent year, if applicable

Information from the School

  • Current school report card and copy of current school schedule
  • Copy of Test Scores: State NJSLA, PSAT scores, and/or SAT scores
  • Official school transcripts
  • Essay/personal statement
  • Three (3) teacher recommendation letters – English/Language Arts, Mathematics, Science
  • Guidance Counselor recommendation

Download the fillable Montclair State University TRIO Upward Bound Project Application (PDF)