GEAR UP (Gaining Early Awareness and Readiness for Undergraduate Programs) is a student group at Penn that aims to prepare local Philadelphia high school students for their postsecondary pathways by providing them with academic support and college-positive mentorship.&nbsp;
Coaches are trained to support classrooms and afterschool programs, and to advise students about two-year, four-year, or vocational college programs. GEAR UP Coaches also have opportunities to connect with local teachers and school administrators, serve on college &amp; career panels, and design programming for younger students.&nbsp;
Work-study and volunteer positions are available!

Kayla Caldwell

GEAR UP at Penn Alumni