Eligibility

Veterans Upward Bound is a Federally-funded TRiO Program, with certain eligibility criteria.

In order to qualify, applicants must:

a) be a U.S. citizen or permanent resident

b) if Active Duty, have served over 180 days or have been discharged with a service-connected disability

c) if Reserve Component, have served over 30 days on active duty or have served on active duty as part of a contingency operation on or after September 11, 2001

d) have a military discharge other than ‘dishonorable,’

e) not have previously attained a Bachelors degree

and

f) have a demonstrated academic need

Applicants must also meet one of the following criteria*:

a) be a potential first-generation college graduate

b) meet income guidelines for the program

or

c) be considered an 'at risk' student

*Please contact us to determine if you qualify. 
 

Selection

Although applicants may be eligible for the program, eligibility does not guarantee admission.

Applicants are also evaluated based on the following criteria:

a) Having a commitment to pursuing post-secondary education

b) Being prepared to enroll in an approved undergraduate program by the fall following completion of the Veterans Upward Bound program, and

c) Having a commitment to participate in Veterans Upward Bound classes, seminars, workshops, and activities

Process

An interview will be scheduled after we receive your application materials to determine whether you meet program requirements. Applications will be accepted on a rolling basis. If you require assistance in completing your application, or need help gathering required or alternate documents, please do not hesitate to ask. Our staff is committed to making your pursuit of a college education as easy as possible!