Veterans Upward Bound
“The key to success is seeing opportunity where others see only difficulty”
Contact Veterans Upward Bound
Contact Department of TRiO Programs
Academic Focus
English
- Reading, literacy, composition and grammar
Math
- Basic math through pre-calculus
Computer Literacy
- One-on-one tutoring
- Open computer lab
ENROLLMENT PROCESS
- Visit our office to complete a basic application form.
- Complete a math and English evaluation.
- Establish a class schedule compatible with your availability.
Services OFFERED TO ENROLLED VETERANS
Academic Preparation
- Assess academic skills
- Evaluate educational goals
- Build skills required for academic success
- Prepare for admissions requirements
- Prepare for GED exams (if necessary)
Career Selection
- Evaluate career opportunities
- Assess personal skills and interests
- Provide job interview assistance
- Provide resume assistance
Additional Services
- Issuance of bus passes while enrolled at VUB
- Assist with financial aid and scholarship applications
- Provide assistance with enrollment process at the school of your choice
ELIGIBILITY REQUIREMENTS
- Eligible veterans must have served on active duty for more than 180 consecutive days
- Federal reservists must have served for more than 30 consecutive days
- Federal reservists must have been called to active duty on, or after September 11, 2001
- Discharge status must be anything other than dishonorable
- Veterans must qualify as low-income and/or whose parents do not have a four-year college degree
COST/BENEFITS
- All instruction and services are free.
- Eligible veterans may qualify to receive VA educational benefits while attending our program.
- Comparable courses offered at colleges and universities require veterans to pay the tuition rate established by that particular school.
COURSES AND RESOURCES OFFERED
- Grammar and reading
- Composition and literacy
- Computer Literacy
- Math (basic through pre-calculus)
- One-on-one tutoring
- Open computer lab
