The Veterans Upward Bound program provides academic, career, and financial assistance to qualified veterans at no cost, as well as organized social and cultural activities.

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How to Apply

• Visit one of the VUB locations nearest you and one of the VUB Advisors will assist you in filling out an application.

• Or, complete the online enrollment form and contact us to make an appointment to see us in person!

  Individual Academic Plan

  WNCC VUB Online Enrollment Form

VUB Qualifications

• Limited income and/or first generation
• Discharged after January 31, 1955
• 181 or more days of active service
• Other than dishonorably discharged

VA Services

• Certifying officials for all Mongomery GI Bill, dependents and 1606/1607 National Guard benefits

Financing

• VUB provides assistance to all eligible veterans in securing their GI Montgomery benefits. Additional information about funding college or vocation/technical schooling is always available. VUB advisors also offer assistance in locating and applying for scholarship.

VUB Career Advising

• VUB advisors assist veterans in exploring possible career choices and offer current information on specific job outlooks, training and skill requirements.

Referrals

• Information is also available concerning VA work study, vocational rehabilitation, health services, and VA Medical facilities.

Activities

• Organized activities such as attending the TRiO College Leadership Track seminar, participation in the Veterans Day Parade, and an all-day trip to Denver, CO, to experience a live theatre performance.
  
  Various workshops and field trips are scheduled throughout the year; check with you local VUB advisor for the most current schedule of events.

Other Services

• VUB offers academic refresher courses in math, writing, reading, computer and study skills; special instruction and individual tutoring are also available.
  
• VUB advisors can assist with college curriculum information and preparing for college, vocational or technical school entrance/transfer.

See Also:

Financial Aid Office

Registrar's Office

WNCC's VUB program is funded by the U.S. Department of Education for $222,267.