PreCollege Programs
A Commitment to Student Success
The University of Wisconsin-Whitewater's PreCollege Programs provide youth the support, enrichment, and inspiration that helps them strive for and achieve post-secondary access.
Learn more about UWW's Upward Bound program that serves high school students from the Racine and Milwaukee communities and UWW's award winning summer camps for 7th - 12th grade students.
Families often have questions. Before emailing PreCollege, please check these Frequently Asked Questions.
Programs
Upward Bound Program
Serves college-bound students in grades 9-12 at targeted schools.
Participants for Upward Bound must:
- Attend Racine Park, Racine Horlick, Racine Case, Milwaukee Hamilton, or Milwaukee South Division High Schools
- Be a US Citizen or Resident
- Personally qualify for Free and Reduced Lunch and/or be a potential first-generation college student (parents have not earned a college degree)
Summer Academic Camps
A residential, in-person experience. These camps provide academic, career, cultural and recreational activities for students in grades 7-12.
Check back in spring 2026 for upcoming camps!
GenCyber Program
- April thru May 2025 - Virtual Learning Opportunity
- July 13-18, 2025 - Residential Summer Camp
- September thru October 2025 - More virtual learning opportunities.