TRIO Student Support Services (SSS) is a federally funded program that provides academic support to 150 eligible students enrolled at Fort Scott Community College. FSCC’s TRIO Student Support Services can help you graduate from FSCC and help with your transition to a four-year college. If you need assistance with finding financial aid or need additional advising, then FSCC’s Student Support Services is here for you!
SSS provides the following services to all members, free of charge: academic and personal advising, transfer and scholarship assistance, assistance completing your FAFSA, campus visits, cultural events, tutoring services, workshops, and mentoring. Along with our services is an opportunity to meet great people, have the support for school, and have the experience of a lifetime. Take advantage of your opportunities and allow us to coach you, mentor you, and send you on to your next academic destination.
What does it mean to be a “First Generation College Student”?
A “First Generation College Student” is a student whose parents have not completed a bachelor’s degree. TRIO still considers you a first-generation student even if your parents have technical certificates or degrees, or started their bachelor’s degree but did not complete it.
What does it mean to be “Limited Income”
Limited income is based off of the U.S. Department of Education Guidelines. For TRIO, a student is considered to have “limited income” if their household income is at or below 150% of the federal poverty level. Generally, if a student qualifies for a full Pell Grant, they usually meet the limited income status.
When can I apply for TRIO Student Support Services?
Applications are accepted all year. However, you will receive the most benefit from TRIO the earlier you are involved. The applications are located in the TRIO Offices or you can complete the online application.
Where are the TRIO offices located?
The TRIO offices are located in the Student Success Center in the southeast corner of Bailey Hall.
What are the costs involved with this program?
TRIO SSS is a federally funded program in which the participants are not charged for any and all activities.