Gaining Early Awareness and Readiness for Undergraduate Programs (GEAR UP)

Congressman Fattah is the architect of this early college awareness program. Over the past 10 years, more than $3 billion in federal funds have been distributed to some 12 million students in 49 states, Puerto Rico, the District of Columbia, and U.S. territories.  GEAR UP serves as an international model to aid underserved students in their preparation and pursuit of a college education.  Click here for a complete listing of GEARUP Programs.