Sponsored by the U.S. Department of Education, TRIO programs strive to provide services to first-generation college students, low-income students and students with disabilities who are seeking their bachelor’s degree.
Student Support Services
Abilene Christian University’s Student Support Services (SSS) Program is a TRIO program administered by University Access Programs. SSS seeks to improve the retention and success of historically disadvantaged college students. The 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
Talent Search
Talent Search projects serve 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. 80% of participants enrolling in
postsecondary institutions immediately following high school graduation.
Contact Us
Phone: (325) 677-1444, Ext. 5567
Email: acutalentsearch@gmail.com
Upward Bound
Upward Bound (UB) is an intensive intervention program that prepares younger students for higher education through various enrichment courses. Campus-based UB programs provide students 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