About TRIO

TRIO is a series of federal programs designed to create educational opportunity for disadvantaged students. TRIO’s programs motivate and support qualified students who are either low-income, first generation college, or have a documented disability so that they can succeed in the completion of their post secondary education.

Mission

• Identify qualified individuals from disadvantaged backgrounds;
• Prepare them for a program of postsecondary education;
• Provide support services for such students who are pursuing programs of postsecondary education;
• Motivate and prepare students for doctoral programs; and
• Train individuals serving or preparing for services, in programs and projects so designed.

What We Offer Our Students

• individualized tutoring
• counseling
• workshops
• cultural and social activities
• exam preparation

Programs

• Educational Opportunity Centers
• McNair - Post Baccalaureate Achievement Program 
• Student Support Services
• Talent Search 
• Upward Bound