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Participant Requirements

By working together, academic success and college completion are within your reach.

What does GEAR UP Wyoming expect of you and your family?

  • A desire to attend an accredited 2- or 4-year college, trade school or university and the willingness to work toward this goal
  • Open communication about your education goals and college, trade school, or university plans.
  • Maintaining a GPA of 2.5 is suggested to ensure college acceptance & academic success.
    • GEAR UP Participant will meet with GEAR UP staff if GPA falls below 2.5 at semester to discuss opportunities to improve GPA.
  • Participation in GEAR UP Wyoming events:
    • Attend at least two GEAR UP activities per semester
    • Meet with GEAR UP staff at least twice per semester
    • Take one practice ACT test prior to January of your junior year.
      • GEAR UP can provide ACT support and fee assistance if funds are available
    • Attend one academic enrichment academy or one college visit before high school graduation to earn points towards GEAR UP Scholarships.
    • Submit the FAFSA during your senior year and during your first year in college
  • Take classes as outlined in the Hathaway Success Curriculum
  • Complete a GEAR UP survey when required
  • A parent/guardian will attend at least one event per year
  • Always demonstrate kindness and respect to GEAR UP participants, staff, and volunteers!