Learn more about TRIO SSS

We hope you enjoy this video featuring some of our PCC TRIO SSS alums. You can also read what TRIO students wrote about their experience!

TRIO Student Support Services (SSS) programs are federally funded programs that are dedicated to providing academic support to first-generation college students, low-income students, and students with disabilities.

At PCC, TRIO SSS services include:

How does a student qualify to join the TRIO Student Support Services Program?

Students who can join TRIO SSS at PCC:

I want to apply!

  • Apply online! Please read all of the introduction page before you start the application. You can start the application to check if you’re eligible to apply!
  • The TRIO SSS application will be open again: 
    • April 14 – May 16, 2025 – students could be admitted to TRIO SSS at the end of Spring term, if you’re taking Summer classes, or start with TRIO in Fall, if not taking classes in the Summer.
    • June 23 – September 5, 2025 (app closing date might change) – application period for starting with TRIO SSS in Fall 2025.

If you have questions, please reach out to our Program Assistant: Contact Liz Bernunzio.

We look forward to meeting you!