Eligibility Status

Note: If you disclose that you have a disability, documentation will be required to process this application.

I certify that the above information on this application is accurate and complete to the best of my knowledge.

VETERANS UPWARD BOUND PROGRAM PARTICIPATION CONTRACT

I agree to participate in the Veterans Upward Bound Program as outlined in the requirements listed below and as discussed with the program staff.

1. I agree to attend classes regularly. I understand that regular classroom attendance is defined by the Veterans Upward Bound (VUB) Program as having no more than three unexcused absences in any course.
2. Reasonable progress in coursework is the basic objective of the VUB program. If in the opinion of the VUB staff, an effort to make progress has not been made, I understand this contract will be void.
3. I agree to attend regularly scheduled appointments with a member of the VUB staff. There will be at least one (1) to two (2) appointment(s) per month. These appointments are primarily for the purpose of discussing academic progress and scheduling needed services. If I am unable to attend, I will call the administrative assistant and reschedule the appointment.
4. I agree to attend at least one cultural activity during each semester. Examples of cultural activities are: art shows, concerts, academic travels, dinner theatre, and personal growth workshops.
5. I agree to attend specialized group sessions/retreats, etc., each semester. I understand I will be notified by the VUB staff of these sessions.
6. I agree, to participate in mandatory regularly scheduled study sessions and academic interventions as directed by the program counselor.
7. I agree to participate in career exploration if required, two (2) workshops per semester, and two (2) sections from the Online Financial Literacy program.  I agree to participate in individual and group testing and counseling, if requested, to determine cultural, career, educational, and personal needs.
8. I will abide by the policies and procedures of the college and the VUB program while on the CCTC campus and participating in VUB trips and activities.
9. I will have my VUB identification available upon request.
10. If in spite of my participation in all of the above requirements, if I continue to have poor academic performance, my enrollment in the TRIO Veterans Upward Bound program could be in jeopardy.
11. Stipends will only be awarded if I actively participate in the VUB program by abiding by the aforementioned stipulations.

TRiO COMPUTER/STUDY LAB/VETERANS RESOURCE CENTER PROCEDURES

1. Remember when entering the TRIO office or VRC to sign-in before using the Computer Lab or Study Lab and to sign out after.
2. Do not bring food into the computer labs or study labs on campus.  There is an area to bring food into the VRC.
3. Please have cell phones on vibrate. If there is a need to answer your phone or make a phone call, please do it outside of the lab, as not to disturb others.
4. If you are not actively using the computer, please sign off and remove your personal belonging so that others may use the computer.
5. Please keep noise down to a minimum and do not place feet on chairs or tables.
6. Computers are not to be used to play games, view social media, watch video programs, or to surf the net/download any information that is deemed inappropriate for an educational environment.

Application Checklist

To expedite the selection process, please make sure to complete and attach the following

• A copy of your most recent federal income tax form.
  NOTE: W-2 FORMS ARE NOT ACCEPTABLE.
  A printout from the Social Security Administration or the Department of Social Services is acceptable as income verification, if the family’s sole income is social security or AFDC benefits.
• DD 214 Member Copy 4
• Proof of Residency (Sumter, Kershaw, Lee, and Clarendon Counties)
• Appropriate signatures as indicated on all forms.

NOTE: To be considered for the Veterans Upward Bound Program, the entire application packet must be completed.