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The TRIO SSS program increases our student retention and graduation rates, facilitates student transfer from two-year to four-year colleges, and fosters an institutional climate supportive of the success of low-income and first-generation college students and individuals with disabilities. The TRIO SSS program is free. |
Ready to Join?
The application for 2025-2026 is now open. Fill out the TRIO SSS New Student Application.
TRIO SSS Statistics
90% |
78% |
82% |
73% |
49% |
| of TRIO SSS students are in good academic standing | students cited tutoring support as the number one reason to join TRIO SSS | TRIO SSS students cited their grade improved because of tutoring | will persist to the next academic year | of TRIO SSS Students will earn a degree or certificate in 4 years |
TRIO SSS Program Eligibility
Student served must be a U.S citizen or a permanent resident who meets at least one of the following:
- Economically disadvantaged and/or
- First-generation (neither parent has received a four-year college degree) and/or
- Have a documented disability
Program selection is based on the completed application and space availability in the program.
TRIO SSS Program Services
Services may include:
- Assigned academic advisors
- Individualized academic tutoring
- Career exploration and major and course selection
- Assistance with Financial Aid and Scholarship applications
- Study skills assistance: note-taking, textbook reading, time management, financial management education, and test prep workshops
- Assistance with transfer to four-year university or college
TRIO SSS Staff
For more information, please call 928-226-4171, or email us at
Through a grant competition, funds are awarded to institutions of higher education to provide opportunities for academic development, assist students with basic college requirements, and motivate students toward the successful completion of their postsecondary education. Student Support Services is sponsored by Coconino Community College and is 100% Federally Funded through the U.S. Department of Education, totaling $272,364.