The Kent State University Pre-College/TRIO Upward Bound Programs, housed within the Division of Diversity, Equity & Inclusion, is committed to providing equality, preparation and access for populations seeking entrance to post-secondary education. Pre-College/TRIO Upward Bound programs include three federal TRIO Upward Bound programs that seek to increase educational opportunities and diminish barriers for first-generation, low income students and families through comprehensive services in targeted school districts. TRIO programs help students overcome, class, social, academic and cultural barriers to higher education.