GEAR UP stands for Gaining Early Awareness and Readiness for Undergraduate Programs. GEAR UP is a partnership of the Higher Education Coordinating Board, Office of the Governor, the University of Washington, College Success Foundation, and a number of national, state, and local organizations.

 

Washington's GEAR UP program encourages middle and high school students to stay in school, study hard, have high expectations, and go to college.

 

The program focuses on preparing students for college success by providing tutoring, mentoring, and college/career planning information throughout their middle and high school years.

 

The University of Washington offers professional development activities for teachers, and summer institutes for GEAR UP students.