The impact of GEAR UP reaches far and wide to shape lives in powerful, lasting ways.
Step 1: Share Your #myGEARUPstory
How to add your voice
We are collecting stories that inspire, highlight student success, and reflect the positive impact GEAR UP has across the country.
To add your very own #myGEARUPstory to this collection:
- Select “video”, “audio”, or “text”
- Allow permission to access the camera and microphone
- After documenting your story, complete the consent form
Tips for video recording:
- Plan what you will say, you only have 60 seconds
- Find a recording spot that is quiet and has good lighting
- Focus on sharing the positive impact of GEAR UP
Step 2: Listen To Why #GEARUP Works
Step 3: Learn more about GEAR UP Nationally
What is GEAR UP?
The Gaining Early Awareness and Readiness for Undergraduate Programs (GEAR UP) initiative is one of the largest and most effective programs focused on increasing the college and career readiness of low-income students in communities nationwide.
GEAR UP is a highly competitive grant program that helps empower local partnerships comprised of K-12 schools, institutions of higher education, state agencies, and community organizations to achieve three strategic goals:
- Increasing the postsecondary expectations and readiness of students.
- Improving high school graduation and postsecondary enrollment rates.
- Raising the knowledge of postsecondary options, preparation, and financing among students and families.
What’s Your GEAR UP Story?
Share your story of how GEAR UP has inspired you, helped you achieve your goals and/or made a positive impact on you and your community.