TRIO SSS at Bloomsburg

The U.S. Department of Education provides grant funding for the TRIO Student Support Services program to provide eligible students with additional resources for success in higher education from enrollment through graduation. Participants are either first-generation college students, income-eligible, or students with disabilities and demonstrate an academic need for services.

TRIO SSS offers one-on-one holistic support to help students manage their academic and social transitions during their time in college. The program provides opportunities for academic development, assists students with basic college requirements, and motivates students to successfully complete their postsecondary education.

The goal of TRIO SSS is to increase the college retention and graduation rates of its participants. Services include academic support (e.g., tutoring, advising, success workshops), career exploration, personal development resources, financial aid counseling, financial literacy programs, graduate school and career readiness, and social and cultural events.

The TRIO SSS program is committed to increasing retention and graduation through:

• Personalized supportive, proficient and accessible program services and staff
• Quality advising, tutoring, mentoring, teaching and advocacy
• Acknowledgement and appreciation for individual diversity and resilience

What is TRIO?

TRIO is a set of federally-funded college opportunity programs that motivate and support students from disadvantaged backgrounds in their pursuit of a college degree. Over 790,000 low-income, first-generation students and students with disabilities — from sixth grade through college graduation — are served by more than 2,800 programs nationally. TRIO programs provide academic tutoring, personal counseling, mentoring, financial guidance, and other supports necessary for educational access and retention. TRIO programs provide direct support services for students, and relevant training for directors and staff.

How TRIO Works

More than 1,000 colleges, universities, community colleges, and agencies now offer TRIO programs in America, the Caribbean, and the Pacific Islands. TRiO funds are distributed to institutions through competitive grants.

How to Apply

To apply for TRIO Student Support Services (SSS) program enrollment consideration, please contact the office at 570-389-3606 or stop by TRIO SSS, located in Warren Student Services, Suite 268.

Students who meet the eligibility requirements established by the US Department of Education will be contacted to schedule an appointment with the program director to learn more about our TRIO SSS services and the enrollment process. Thank you for your interest in learning more about TRIO SSS. If you have any questions about the application or program, please email butriosss@commonwealthu.edu.

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