About TRIO Programs
Sponsored by the U.S. Department of Education, the Federal TRIO Programs (TRIO) are outreach and student services programs designed to identify and provide services for individuals from disadvantaged backgrounds. TRIO includes programs to assist low-income individuals, first-generation college students, and individuals with disabilities to progress through the academic pipeline from middle school to postbaccalaureate programs.
TRIO Student Support Services
TRIO Student Support Services (TRIO SSS) is a TRIO program administered by University Access Programs. TRIO SSS seeks to improve the retention and success of historically disadvantaged college students. The TRIO SSS office provides support to students who are first generation, Pell Grant eligible, and/or living with disabilities.
CONTACT US
Phone: (325) 674-2415
Email: sss@acu.edu
TRIO Talent Search
TRIO Talent Search serves young people in grades 6-12. In addition to counseling, participants receive information about college admissions requirements, scholarships and various student financial aid programs. This early intervention helps youth from low-income families to better understand their educational opportunities, with 80% of participants enrolling in postsecondary institutions immediately following high school graduation.
CONTACT US
Phone: (325) 677-1444, Ext. 5567
Email: talentsearch@acu.edu
TRIO Upward Bound
TRIO Upward Bound (UB) is an intensive intervention program that prepares younger students for higher education through various enrichment courses. Campus-based UB programs provide instruction in literature, composition, mathematics, science and foreign language throughout the year. UB also provides intensive mentoring and support for students as they prepare for college entrance exams and tackle admission applications, financial aid and scholarship forms.
CONTACT US
Phone: (325) 674-2448
Email: upwardbound@groupmail.acu.edu
McNair Scholars Program
The McNair Scholars Program serves students from disadvantaged backgrounds who have demonstrated strong academic potential. The goal is to increase the attainment of Ph.D. degrees by students from underrepresented segments of society. Through a grant competition, funds are awarded to institutions of higher education to prepare eligible students for doctoral studies through involvement in research and other scholarly activities. Find out more about the McNair Scholars Program at ACU.
CONTACT US
Phone: (325) 674-2862
Email: mcnair@acu.edu