TRIO Student Support Services

First-Generation College Celebration

The annual National First-Generation College Celebration is November 8. Celebrate with us the anniversary the Higher Education Act (HEA) of 1965. The HEA emerged out of President Lyndon B. Johnson’s War on Poverty and was intended to help level a playing field that for too long had been weighed against Americans from minority and low-income backgrounds. Additionally, HEA ushered in programs, particularly the Federal TRIO programs, necessary for postsecondary access, retention, and completion for low-income, potential first-generation college graduates.

More than 5 million students have graduated from college with the special assistance of TRIO programs!

The TRIO program provides a wide range of individual services and opportunities including:

• Academic advising, tutoring, career exploration and assistance with technology.

• Assistance with the financial aspects of college, including applying for Financial Aid, the TRIO scholarship, and additional scholarships.

• Cultural diversity and enrichment activities, such as theatrical and musical performances, visits to museums and historical sites, community forums, and campus events.

• Educational experiences that provide the skills to become a more successful student. 

Want to learn more about TRIO?
This August we are hosting an Open House! This is a great opportunity to meet TRIO staff, current students, and learn more about our program. Visit our Open House page for dates and more information. 

Ready to Apply? 

Enrolled students who are interested and meet the qualifications for TRIO should complete an online application. If you're still unsure whether you qualify for TRIO, please see our "Who is eligible to participate" question in our FAQs.

TRIO Online Application

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