TRIO Student Support Services

TRIO Student Support Services (TRIO-SSS) is a college retention and degree completion program centered on academic, personal, social and career support for under-resourced college students.
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The TRIO program specializes in academic coaching, tutoring and academic counseling. It is federally funded to serve 175 students each year through the following services.

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Apply to TRIO and then check your email for next steps.

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Eligibility

Eligibility requirements for TRIO are determined by federal guidelines and regulations. All applicants must be enrolled at Central Piedmont in a degree or certificate program. You must be a U.S. citizen or permanent resident of the United States and meet residency requirements for federal student aid.

You must also meet one or more of the following criteria:

  • be a first-generation college student (meaning neither parent has completed a four-year college degree).
  • be income eligible as defined by federal income guidelines. Learn more about the income guidelines as outlined by the Department of Education TRIO income eligibility criteria.
  • have a documented disability on file with the Office of Disability and Access Services. You must present your accommodation plan as proof of disability.

To apply for TRIO Student Support Services, you should have an academic need, plan to graduate from Central Piedmont and be in good academic standing. If you hold a bachelor’s degree or higher, you are not eligible to participate in the program.

Success Stories

Success Stories
Attending Central Piedmont helped me understand that everyone’s path is different, and that doesn’t lessen your personal accomplishments.
Shania Johnson, '24
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