Loyola University New Orleans Upward Bound

As an institution committed to a tradition of providing its students a quality education, Loyola University New Orleans, for many years, has been involved in the community through its many programs which serve the metropolitan New Orleans area, and has reaffirmed its social responsibility and commitment by hosting an Upward Bound Program since 1966. The University embraces the goals and objectives of Upward Bound and is committed to providing educational opportunities to program participants. Our alumni includes successful citizens and community leaders in business, education, law, medicine, and politics.

We invite you learn more about the Upward Bound Program, Eligibility Criteria and our mission.  Interested students and their famlies can download and complete our application.

Quick Facts

• Upward Bound has served metro New Orleans students since 1966
• The program provides intense EOC and ACT preparation
• Students receive one-on-one tutorial assistance
• Participants benefit from individualized college placement support
• Upward Bound offers year-round enrichment activities
• The Loyola University New Orleans Upward Bound Program is 100% funded through a grant by the U.S. Department of Education at $408,991 annually.