What is TRIO?
The Federal TRIO Programs (TRIO) are Federal outreach and student services programs designed to identify and provide services for individuals from disadvantaged backgrounds. TRIO includes eight programs targeted to serve and assist low-income individuals, first-generation college students, and individuals with disabilities to progress through the academic pipeline from middle school to postbaccalaureate programs.
Do I have to go to a target school to participate?
We prioritize our students from our target schools but if you would like to be part of our program and you do not attend one of our target schools, submit an application and we will follow up with you to confirm eligibility.
What does Low-Income mean?
Federal TRIO Programs
Current-Year Low-Income Levels
(Effective January 11, 2024 until further notice)
| Size of Family Unit | 48 Contiguous States, D.C., and Outlying Jurisdictions | Alaska | Hawaii |
| 1 | $22,590 | $28,215 | $25,965 |
| 2 | $30,660 | $38,310 | $35,250 |
| 3 | $38,730 | $48,405 | $44,535 |
| 4 | $46,800 | $58,500 | $53,820 |
| 5 | $54,870 | $68,595 | $63,105 |
| 6 | $62,940 | $78,690 | $72,390 |
| 7 | $71,010 | $88,785 | $81,675 |
| 8 | $79,080 | $98,880 | $90,960 |
What if I can’t make all the sessions or events?
We ask that you let us know by reaching out to us either through email, phone, text or IG.
What is I don’t want to go to FIU once I graduate high school?
We don’t force students to attend FIU. The Upward Bound program is here to assist high school students in admission to all colleges and universities that fits them best. We would love for you to attend FIU, but we want you to attend the school that best suits you.
What does First Generation Mean?
TRIO defines a first-generation student as an individual whose parents did not complete a bachelor’s degree. The definition goes on to state that, in the case of an individual who regularly resided with and received support from only one parent, an individual whose only such parent did not complete a baccalaureate degree.
Does Upward Bound give scholarships?
Upward Bound does not offer scholarships. We assist students with finding scholarships to apply for scholarships.
What resources do you offer?
Upward Bound provides students with:
Free Test Preparation
Free Virtual Tutoring
Life Skill Workshops
Mentorship
College Application Admission Assistance
College Tours
Field Trips
Financial Literacy Education
Career Exploration
Summer “Live-In on Campus” Program
How do we get in contact with FIU UB?
We are located at the FIU MMC Campus in the Student Academic & Success Building in room, 205. Our phone number is 305.348.1742. Our email address is upbound@fiu.edu. You can also reach out to us on Instagram, FIU_UB.
