The East Central University Veterans Upward Bound Program (VUB) is a
grant program funded by the United States Department of Education. It is a
federally funded TRIO Program. Veterans Upward Bound
Attention Military Veteran!
If you are interested in going to college or vocational school, the Veterans
Upward Bound Program can help.
Our goal is YOUR academic success!
Veterans Upward Bound is designed to prepare eligible veterans to enter or
re-enter post-secondary programs, whether it is a technical or vocational
school, or a 2- or 4-year college, anywhere in the United States.
Veterans Upward Bound has counselors and instructors trained to assist
veterans with complete educational preparation. The program offers classes,
workshops, and individualized instruction. In addition to the academic
preparation, VUB offers information about programs of study and careers,
assistance with admissions and financial aid applications, individual
counseling, and referrals to other veteran services. All services are FREE!
MISSION STATEMENT
The mission of the East Central University Veterans Upward Bound Program, in
support of the University and the Division of Student Development, is to
provide United States military veterans the opportunity to refresh their
academic skills and provide them support which will enable them to enter and
graduate from a post-secondary institution.
To accomplish this mission, the Program will identify eligible veterans and
provide:
