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Welcome to Upward Bound!

Dear Future Upward Bounder,

We are thrilled you’re exploring Upward Bound and its potential to support your journey toward post-secondary education. Upward Bound is a federally funded program to assist underrepresented and underserved students in preparing for, enrolling in, and graduating from college.

At Upward Bound, we offer services tailored to help you improve your academic performance, navigate the college admissions process, secure financial aid, and ultimately build a brighter future. We encourage you to consider applying to Upward Bound and take advantage of the resources available to help you succeed in your educational goals.

Sincerely,
Ophrah Payne
Coordinator of Upward Bound
upwardbound@memphis.edu

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