Trio Students

Welcome to TRIO/Student Support Services Program!

TRIO/Student Support Services is a program funded through the U.S. Department of Education and is designed to help eligible students remain in college and graduate. Student Support Services at the University of Mary is committed to creating and maintaining a supportive environment for program students and encourages academic excellence and integrity, student success, individual responsibility, leadership, and service.

Eligibility

Students who are interested in receiving services must meet the following eligibility criteria:

  • Accepted for enrollment or currently enrolled at the University of Mary
  • Be a citizen or national of the United States
  • Have a need for academic support in a post-secondary program

Students must also must meet at least one of the following criteria to be eligible for services:

  • First-generation college student (neither parent has a bachelor’s degree)
  • Income eligibility  (please see attached application for current income eligibility levels)
  • Have a documented physical or learning disability

The TRIO advisors are like personal trainers that give you the tools you need in order to succeed with both academic and life goals. Without the support and resources provided by TRIO, I would not have been able to finish my degree.

Devan

Services Offered

  • Academic/personal advising
  • Mentoring
  • One-on-one tutoring
  • Early registration
  • Financial aid and scholarship information
  • Financial literacy
  • Freshman orientation instruction
  • Career advising
  • Referral services
  • Study skills workshops
  • Cultural events
  • Book, merit, and supplemental grant aid
  • Preparation for graduation
  • Resume writing assistance
  • Graduate school preparation

If you are interested in applying to TRIO and meet eligibility requirements for the program, please complete a TRIO/Student Support Services applicationCompleted applications may be brought to the Student Success Center, lower level Welder Library or emailed. Your application will be reviewed by TRIO staff to determine official eligibility.

TRIO/Student Support Services Grants

There are three types of grants you may qualify for through the Student Support Services/TRIO program at the University of Mary:

Scholarship Information

Not sure where to begin your scholarship search? Check out our extensive list of scholarships you may qualify for. These are very general, but there are many scholarships available that may be specific to your area of study. If you would like to complete further research, please see your TRIO Advisor for help with our resources.

Meet the Staff

Have Questions?

We’re here to help. Come visit us in the lower level of Welder Library or call the Student Success Center at 701-355-8124.