Upward Bound Summer Academy

A free six-week college prep program run by TRIO Upward Bound at the University of Montana that simulates the college experience for students at Big Sky, Browning, Heart Butte, Hellgate and Sentinel high schools. Students take classes that help with their upcoming high school curriculum, and incoming juniors and seniors take College Success, a 2-credit college course, at no cost. Participants are generally potential first-generation or income-eligible students aged 13 to 19.

Offered by University of Montana. Summer Program for high school students in Missoula, Montana, USA. Format: In-person. Cost: Free. Grades 10–11. Deadline: rolling or not yet announced.

Fields: Education, STEM, Writing

Key facts

Who can apply
High school students in grades 10 to 11. It takes place in person in Missoula, Montana.
Cost
Free to take part.
Dates
No date is posted for the 2026-27 cycle yet. Check the official page for when applications open.

Info checked October 2026.

Questions about Upward Bound Summer Academy

When is the Upward Bound Summer Academy deadline?

No date is posted for the 2026-27 cycle yet. Check the official page for when applications open.

Is Upward Bound Summer Academy free?

Yes. Upward Bound Summer Academy is free to take part in.

Who can apply to Upward Bound Summer Academy?

High school students in grades 10 to 11. It takes place in person in Missoula, Montana. Age, residency and citizenship rules are on the official page.

Official program page

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