TRiO Student Support Services at UCCS
TRiO Student Support Services, also known as TRiO SSS, is a federally funded UCCS program for eligible undergraduate students working toward graduation.
TRiO SSS provides students guidance, resources, and community as they navigate college, build academic plans, connect with campus resources, explore career and graduate school opportunities, and work toward degree completion. Students do not need to have every step figured out before reaching out. TRiO SSS gives eligible students a place to ask questions, understand options, and build a clearer path toward graduation.
If you are a first-generation student, receive a pell grant as part of your financial aid package, or are a student with a documented disability, you may be eligible for the TRiO Student Support Services (SSS) program.
UCCS TRiO Student Support Services is now accepting applications for the 2026–2027 academic year (beginning Fall 2026).
You May Be Eligible for TRiO SSS
Students may be eligible for TRiO Student Support Services if they meet at least one of the following criteria:
Meet the federal TRIO definition of low-income (family taxable income at or below 150% of the federal poverty level)
If you are unsure whether you meet the income guidelines, receiving a Federal Pell Grant can be a helpful indicator that you may be eligible
Are a first-generation college student, meaning neither parent or legal guardian has earned a bachelor’s degree
Have a registered disability with UCCS Disability Services Office
Final eligibility is confirmed by TRiO staff after students apply.
TRiO SSS Offers
TRiO SSS offers opportunities for academic development and individualized support to help students navigate college expectations and progress toward completing their degrees. Through academic coaching, tutoring support, and connections to campus resources, the program is designed to support academic success, retention, and successful transitions within higher education.
Academic coaching and guidance
Advocacy and personalized support
Peer mentoring
Tutoring and academic support referrals
Career exploration and preparation
Financial aid and financial literacy guidance
Graduate and professional school preparation
Leadership development opportunities
Access to study spaces and academic resources
Federal Funding Notice
The UCCS SSS Program is 100% funded through the U.S. Department of Education, Office of Federal TRiO Program under the Higher Education Act of 1965, as amended; Title IV, Part A, Subpart 2, Chapter 1, Sec. 402D; 20 U.S.C. 1070a-14
TRiO Student Support Services at UCCS is funded through a federal TRiO Student Support Services grant from the U.S. Department of Education. Program services are provided to eligible students according to federal grant requirements and UCCS procedures.
Final eligibility for TRiO SSS is confirmed by authorized TRiO staff after students apply and complete any required next steps.