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Greater Erie Community Action Committee - TRIO Upward Bound

18 West 9th Street, Erie, PA 16501

Eligibility

1. Grades 9-12 2. Attend one of the participating schools: Corry High School, Erie High School, Perseus House Charter School of Excellence 3. Parents did not graduate college and/or family income is low.

Hours

Monday through Friday, 8:30am to 4:30pm
https://gecac.org

Languages

Translation service available

Application process

Complete the application and return it to the school's guidance counselor. Visit https://www.gecac.org/work/education/upward-bound

Fees

Services free of charge.

Service area

Erie, PA

Description

Prepares low-income, first-generation college-bound students for a four-year degree by providing school counseling, tutoring, scholarship application assistance, college tours, workshops, and other events. Working collaboratively with Mercyhurst University, the program offers services at the students' home schools and on the campus of Mercyhurst University during the academic year and during a six-week summer session.

Providing organization

Greater Erie Community Action Committee

Assists people throughout Erie County break the cycle of poverty, be self-sufficient and achieve financial independence. Assists with meeting emergency needs and start individuals on the road to self-sufficiency.