Veterans Upward Bound (VUB) provides free comprehensive support services to eligible U.S. veterans interested in pursuing a college program of study. Support services are designed to help veterans’ complete preparatory coursework, increase their access to college, develop academic skills, and remain enrolled in and graduate from a program of postsecondary education.
Serving U.S. Military Veterans Since 1973
Eligibility Requirements:
- Low income and/or first generation college student (neither parent has a bachelor's degree)
- US military veterans and reservists who served at least 180 days active duty other than for training in the U.S. armed forces (waiver available for recently discharged combat veterans)
- Military discharge other than dishonorable (DD214 required) Click here to order copy of your DD214
- Desire to enroll in a program of postsecondary education and demonstrate academic need as well as academic potential
Veteran Support Services:
- Academic Advising
- Career Assessment & Counseling
- Personal Counseling
- Financial Aid Advising
- GI Bill and VA Benefits Information & Referrals
- Educational Testing and Assessment
- College Admission Assistance
- Individualized Tutoring in Math, Science & English
- Scholarship Opportunities
- College & University Transfer Assistance
- Peer Mentoring
- Personal Enrichment Workshops & Motivational Speakers
- Veterans Today Club
Veterans College Access Program (VCAP):
- Academic Enrichment Program:
- 9 week developmental refresher courses in mathematics, English, science and basic computer skills.
- Summer Bridge Program:
- 6 week college study skills, time and stress management, life role planning, career exploration, personal financial planning, and basic computer skills worskhops.
Classes offered morning and afternoon
Several staff members are U.S. veterans
Bus passes available for Academic Enrichment Program
Offices at Metro, Western & Eastern Campuses
