TRIO Upward Bound is an academic pre-college program through Dyersburg State Community College designed to prepare and motivate high school students to attend and complete the college or university of their choice.
Welcome to TRIO Upward Bound!
Upward Bound is an academic pre-college program through Dyersburg State Community College designed to prepare and motivate high school students to attend and complete the college or university of their choice. All services are free.
Services Provided
- College application assistance
- FAFSA support
- Cultural field trips
- College tours
- Education assistance
- 6-week summer college experience program
- Stipends
- Weekly Counselor Visits
- ACT workshops, classes, and fee waivers
Eligibility
A student from a low-income family OR a student whose parent/guardian has not earned a 4-year degree. Students must have a strong desire to attend college and a willingness to take college prep classes.
Schools we Serve:
- Halls High School – Halls, TN
- Lake County High School – Tiptonville, TN
- Obion County Central High School – Troy, TN
- Peabody High School – Trenton, TN
How to get started
- Contact Upward Bound staff member or pick up an application at your school office.
- Submit the completed application to your school office or an Upward Bound Counselor
- Applications will be reviewed by the Upward Bound staff, and letters of acceptance will be sent to qualifying students.

Contact Us Today!
Director of TRIO
Paul Stewart
pstewart@dscc.edu
731-288-7811
Upward Bound Counselor
Ryan Lewis
rtlewis@dscc.edu
731-288-7810
Upward Bound Counselor
Rebecca Marvin
marvin@dscc.edu
731-288-7805