The following is one of the military education benefits for Massachusetts.  You can view all the military education benefits for Massachusetts here.

Upward Bound Program: The Veterans Upward Bound (VUB) Program at the University of Massachusetts Boston provides a unique opportunity for veterans of all ages to gain access to information about college and career awareness, acquire the academic skills required for entry into higher education and/or to acquire the equivalent of a high school diploma.

Eligibility: Veteran must have served at least 181 days of active duty military service. Discharge must have been 'other than 'dishonorable', must be considered low income and first generation college attendance. (You may also be eligible if you meet all the former requirements and are solely low income or solely a first generation college student. Applicants must present an academic need.)