Veterans Upward Bound
What We Do
About Us
Veterans Upward Bound is a fully federally funded program that offers in-person and online services. All of our services are free to participants. We exist to prepare veterans for school, transition veterans to school, and support veterans through the completion of their undergraduate degree.
Prepare for College
We offer the following services to help veterans prepare for college:
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English, Spanish, Math, and Science bootcamps
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Help choosing a school and major
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Assistance with college applications
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Financial aid and scholarships
Transition to College
We offer the following services to help veterans transition to college:
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Tours of colleges, universities, and trade schools
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Connections to local, state, and national resources
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Help navigating education benefits
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Tutoring provided by the University of Pennsylvania
Graduate from College
We offer the following services to help veterans graduate from college:
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Weekly academic counseling to stay on track
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A strong network of peers for support
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Career planning and workshops
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Continued advocacy
Cultural Events
We offer the following services to help build a strong support network:
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Fully paid trips to museums, shows, and plays
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Networking opportunities around shared interests
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Updates on the latest local and regional events
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Access to resources through Penn Libraries