GEAR UP North Carolina
GEAR UP North Carolina Student Newsletter
About GEAR UP
GEAR UP, Gaining Early Awareness and Readiness for Undergraduate Programs, is a national initiative whose mission is to significantly increase the number of students who are prepared to enter and succeed in postsecondary education. GEAR UP is funded through grants from the U.S. Department of Education.
GEAR UP North Carolina works with students and their families in 20 of North Carolina's 100 counties. Beginning in 7th grade, students are afforded opportunities to participate in exciting activities that prepare them to enter and succeed in college.
By investing in the future of those students who would not otherwise pursue postsecondary education, GEAR UP North Carolina is enabling the dream of "leaving no child behind."
GEAR UP North Carolina Facts
- 75% of students claim their participation in GEAR UP has changed their plans about attending college.
- 90% of GEAR UP students plan on attaining an Associate's Degree, Bachelor's Degree, and/or a Graduate or Professional Degree after graduating from high school.
- 98% of GEAR UP parents aspire for their child to at least attain an Associate's Degree.
- All GEAR UP counties have experienced an increase in academic achievement.
- EOG, End of Grade, testing reached higher levels in all counties.
- 93% of GEAR UP parents regularly discuss college attendance with their children.
To learn more about GEAR UP North Carolina, please browse our website or contact us:
GEAR UP North Carolina
The University of the North Carolina
General Administration
140 Friday Center Drive, Room 240
Chapel Hill, NC 27517
Phone: (919) 843-3000
Fax: (919) 843-5465