GEAR UP is a U.S. Department of Education discretionary grant program that assists low-income students obtain a secondary school diploma and prepare for and succeed in postsecondary education.
GEAR UP Program Objectives
Award Amount
Projects can request up to $800 per year for every participating student.
Objective 1: Increase the academic performance and preparation for postsecondary education for GEAR UP students.
Objective 2: Increase the rate of high school graduation and enrollment in postsecondary education for GEAR UP students.
Objective 3: Increase GEAR UP students’ and their families’ knowledge of postsecondary education options, preparation, and financing.