(Student)

(Program)

These qualifying guidelines provide that the student:

1) is a discharged veteran of the Armed Forces of the United States

2) has low-income/ potential first-generation college graduate status

3) has a demonstrated need to achieve basic math, English, and/or computer skills to succeed in college

4) is a citizen of the United States

5) and is a permanent resident of the United States.

Upon enrollment in the VUB program, students will sign a release form which allows VUB staff to gather all pertinent college data on the project graduate.

Program participants' progress is monitored as they move through the post-secondary system.

Within six (6) years of completing the VUB program, 45% or more of each VUB graduating class will complete all requirements and graduate from the college of their choice with a baccalaureate degree.

VUB staff will monitor student records to show degree attainment.

VUB will report program participant graduation rates to the federal government on a yearly basis.

Cognitive: Critical Thinking, Ability to Apply Knowledge

Intrapersonal: Coherent Sense of Identity, Capacity for Self-awareness & Reflection

Interpersonal: Communication, Problem-solving & Conflict-management

Practical: Managing One's Daily Life & Tasks, Career & Personal Decision Making