Preparing Veterans for College
You served your country proudly, now it’s time to honor yourself with the tools for a successful career. Veterans Upward Bound (VUB) supports veterans in pursuit of higher education or training. This includes veterans interested in pursuing a technical certificate, associates degree, or their first bachelor’s degree.
VUB is offered at no cost to eligible veterans in Maricopa and northern Pinal County who are either low-income or first-generation, potential college students with improving academic skills and transitioning to the college of their choice.
Program participants may receive academic tutoring, career exploration resources, soft skill development, assistance with financial aid and scholarship applications, and referrals to Veterans Administration information as needed.
We thank you for your service to our country and invite you apply now or reach out and learn more about VUB.
ASU TRIO Veterans Upward Bound impact
- 70% improvement rate on standardized tests
- Over 1000 hours of academic coaching outside of instruction time
- More than 55% enroll in a postsecondary program within a year of completing Veterans Upward Bound
- 140 veterans served annually throughout central Arizona
Program benefits
- Individualized online instruction
- Academic coaching
- College/university admissions preparation (school of choice)
- College planning sessions
- GED preparation (if needed)
- No out of pocket cost
- Eligible to apply for scholarships only available to Veterans Upward Bound
- Continued support throughout academic career
Core academic areas
- Mathematics
- English
- Spanish (foreign language)
- Biology (science)
- Computer literacy
- Personal development
- Academic success
- Career exploration
- College planning
- Financial literacy
- Health and wellness
Program Participation
- Evaluate education goals
- Veterans Upward Bound will help you set and achieve your academic goals.
- Attend one-on-one sessions like study skills, financial literacy and career exploration
- Attend personal development activities
- Veterans Administration services
- Veterans Upward Bound may refer you to additional resources and services including assistance requesting your military service records.
- College admissions
- Veterans Upward Bound will help you connect with the educational institution of your choice and assist with the admission process.
- Financial Aid/Scholarships
- Once you have determined your school of choice, Veterans Upward Bound will assist you with completing the Federal Financial Aid Application (FAFSA) and scholarship application.
- Reach your academic goals
- Veterans Upward Bound is here to see you learn, grow and succeed. Enroll today!