The program provides a free, immersive college experience with a strong focus on STEM and college readiness for first-generation and low-income students, boasting a 98% success rate in helping students identify their "Best Fit College."
The SMU Upward Bound Math and Science camp is a 4-week residential program designed to prepare low-income, first-generation high school students for college, particularly in STEM fields. Participants engage in hands-on activities such as building robots and working with drones, exploring how math and science are applied in areas like entrepreneurship and drone technology. The curriculum includes classes in English, chemistry, calculus, and sign language, alongside practical sessions on college writing, admissions forms, and financial aid. Students gain valuable skills in academic planning, test preparation (ACT/SAT/PSAT/STAAR), and financial literacy. The program aims to empower students to pursue higher education and careers in diverse fields such as business, government, medicine, computer science, technology, and engineering.
Students attend helpful classes in subjects like English, chemistry, calculus, and sign language, participate in hands-on activities such as building robots and working with drones, and experience college life by eating in dining halls and living in dorms.
This program is best for low-income, first-generation high school students interested in STEM fields and seeking comprehensive preparation for college success.
SMU campus, 6116 N Central Expressway, Suite 303, Dallas TX 75275
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