TRIO: Student Support Services

About TRIO:

TRIO is a set of federally funded college opportunity programs that motivate and support under represented students in their pursuit of a college degree. TRIO programs provide direct support services for students to successfully complete their Associates degree. The long term goal of TRIO is to assist students in the completion of a Bachelor's degree.

Services:

• Individual Academic, Career & Personal Advising
• Monitoring Academic Progress
• Financial Aid Assistance / Literacy
• Use of the TRIO Resource / Study Room
• Assistance in Transferring to a 4-year University
• Course Specific Tutoring
• College Success Workshops
• Cultural Events
• Summer Institute Course for New Entering Students
• Access to Books and Study Aids
• Help with Finding and Applying for Scholarships
• Strategies for Testing and Studying
• Guided Tours to Metro Area Transfer Colleges

How do I qualify for TRIO?
Students must be enrolled at HTC in a two-year program, be a US citizen or meet residency requirements for Federal student financial aid, have a need for academic support AND meet at least ONE of the following criteria to qualify:

• First Generation (neither parent has a 4-year degree)
• Financially Disadvantaged
• Have a Documented Disability as Defined by the US Department of Education