Upward Bound Program (UBP)

Helping students fulfill their educational potential and achieve academic success.

Group of students standing together outside.

UBP Community Service Day at Bailey Dartmouth Community Garden.

The impact of the University at Buffalo Upward Bound Program is reflected in the success of its students. From academic achievement to college enrollment, these outcomes highlight the program’s commitment to preparing participants for long-term success.

The data below shows how Upward Bound students consistently reach—and often exceed—key milestones on their path to success.

100%

UBP participants achieved at the proficient level on state assessments in reading/language arts and math.

100%

UBP participants complete a rigorous high school academic program.

96%

UBP participants advance to the next grade level or graduate from high school.

78%

UBP participants enroll in a college or university by the fall term immediately following high school graduation.

77%

Maintain a GPA of 85% or above while attending high school.

Data presented reflects outcomes reported in the Upward Bound Program’s Annual Performance Review submitted to the United States Department of Education for the 2024–2025 academic year.

Our Mission

The primary mission of the University at Buffalo Upward Bound Program (UB UBP) is to assist students who are income-eligible and/or first in their family to receive a bachelor’s degree in fulfilling their educational potential of graduating from high school, entering, persisting and completing a post-secondary education.