TRIO/Student Support Services is a federally-funded program that provides personalized academic advising and encouragement to students who are first-generation, income-eligible, or individuals who have a documented disability.
Goals for Students
- To develop a personalized program for college success
- To foster leadership development and self-efficacy
- To develop and improve problem-solving, critical thinking, and study skills
- To broaden global and historical perspectives by participating in events both on and off campus.
- To build collaborative learning communities and professional networks
- To foster academic resilience and a growth mindset
- To participate in opportunities that will assist with resume-building
- To graduate from BHCC
- To transfer into a bachelor’s degree program
As a TRIO Program Member, you will:
- Benefit from personalized transfer, academic advising and career exploration with dedicated support.
- Meet with a TRIO advisor to define your goals and identify specific academic supports to ensure your success.
- Gain the opportunity to apply for TRIO Grant Aid.
- Attend at least two TRIO workshops each semester. You have the flexibility to choose the topics that align best with your academic and career goals.
- Participate in scheduled academic enrichment outings, including visits to theaters, museums, historical sites, and college campuses, to broaden knowledge and academic exposure.
Why Join TRIO SSS at BHCC?
- Receive one on one academic tutoring and peer mentorship.
- Participate in skill-building workshops and off-campus scholarly events.
- Receive financial aid advising and comprehensive financial literacy education.
- Develop stronger collaborative relationships with your peers, instructors, and advisors.
- Graduate and transfer on time by utilizing the full suite of TRIO SSS resources.
- Have a support hub in room N217 with a team committed to supporting your college journey.
- Learn how to identify and apply for funding opportunities to support your continued education.
- Be part of a Living Learning Community designed to foster academic and personal growth.
Eligibility
Students qualify for the BHCC TRIO SSS Program by meeting one or more of the following three requirements:
- First-generation Status (the parent or guardian with whom the student resides has not completed a four-year bachelor’s degree).
- Low-income Status (a student’s family taxable income for the preceding year did not exceed 150% of the federal poverty level).
- Documented disability (i.e. IEP in K-12 and/or accommodations from the BHCC Disability Services for a learning, physical, or mental disability).
- Have an academic need.
How to Apply
- Complete an ONLINE application
- Provide necessary supporting documentation
- Schedule an interview with an SSP staff member
TRIO Student Success Referral Form
