Middle School Campus Visit Project

Level Up Virginia, in partnership with the State Council of Higher Education for Virginia (SCHEV) and the Virginia Department of Education (VDOE), is excited to introduce the Middle School Campus Visit Project. This initiative aims to promote high school graduation, college enrollment and degree attainment among underrepresented and underserved youth while fostering a sense of college readiness among middle school students (grades 6-8) from low-income communities.

Partner with Us! We invite colleagues from Virginia's two and four-year institutions to join us as partners in this project each year. By becoming a partner, you can actively contribute to increasing educational opportunities for these deserving students. Award requests for the 2025-2026 academic year range between $5,000 and $15,000. This funding will support the implementation of the Middle School Campus Visit Project and help create meaningful experiences for middle school students.

• Middle School Campus Visit One-Pager: View our one-pager for information and data on the project.
• Technical Assistance: Access valuable resources, including the recording from a technical assistance webinar, to guide you through the project's requirements and expectations.
• Match and In-Kind Documentation: Download our template for match and in-kind documentation.
• Free and Reduced Priced Lunch Report: Use the VDOE's Free and Reduced-Priced Lunch Report to identify and reach out to students from low-income communities who can benefit from this initiative.