Student Support Services (SSS)

TRIO Student Support Services offers academic support and resources to eligible transfer students. Our mission is to boost college retention and graduation rates while easing the transition from Shasta College to four-year institutions. Our dedicated TRIO staff is committed to student success, providing peace of mind and the support needed to achieve their academic goals. Come by our office to meet the team and read recent
student success stories!

Services

The TRIO Student Support Services (SSS) project is a federally funded program from the U.S. Department of Education. TRIO SSS provides opportunities for academic development, and assists students with basic college requirements and services to motivate them toward the successful completion of their postsecondary education. The goal of SSS is to increase the college retention and graduation rates of its participants and to help students make the transition from one level of higher education to the next.

The activities that are provided to students include but are not limited to: 

• Academic tutoring, which may include instruction in study skills, time management, and note taking strategies.
• Eligible students will receive priority registration.
• Guidance and assistance in postsecondary course selection.
• Assistance in completing financial aid applications.
• Information on the full range of student financial aid programs, benefits, and resources.
• Assistance in locating and applying for public and private scholarships.
• Educational counseling services to develop a personalized Educational Plan designed to meet your transfer goals.
• Financial wellness education designed to improve the student’s financial and economic literacy through budgeting assistance, help understanding student loans, and financial planning.
• Assistance in applying for admission to, and obtaining financial assistance for, enrollment in four-year programs.
• Interest inventories and personality assessments that help students choose a major and a career.
• Free university campus tours partnered with the Transfer Center.

Please note that non-U.S. citizens and students who have been awarded a degree or certificate at the time of application are not eligible to participate in the program at this time.