TRIO Student Support Services FAQs

Why should I become a TRIO Student Support Services participant?

Whether you’re looking for an academic advantage to perform at your competitive best, or just want a personal college “safety net,” TRIO Student Support Services will work with you from freshman year through graduation. The program can help you build your strengths and address your areas of concern. By becoming a participant, you will gain access to services and opportunities not available to other students on campus.

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Can everyone participate?

There are certain eligibility requirements TRIO Student Support Services students must meet. Students who are eligible for TRIO Student Support Services must be pursuing an associate degree or certificate and meet at least one of the following requirements:

• Be a first-generation college student, which means neither parent or legal guardian graduated from a four-year institution; or
• Meet certain income requirements, like being eligible for a Pell grant; or
• Be a student who is eligible for Student Accommodations at Lake Land College

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If I join TRIO Student Support Services, what am I required to do?

Once you have been accepted into the program, you will be required to:

• Be enrolled in classes
• Meet with your TRIO Student Support Services counselor a minimum of three times a semester or more when required
• Participate in activities designed to help you set and reach your academic goals
• Participate in cultural and social activities designed to enrich your college experience
• Make a real commitment to yourself to strive for academic excellence

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Does it cost money to join?

All program services are free to the student! However, each student must meet all requirements as set forth by the TRIO Student Support Services Student Contract in order to participate in TRIO Student Support Services events.

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How much time does it take to participate in the TRIO Student Support Services program?

This is up to you – it can take as little as one hour each month or several hours each week. You decide which services to utilize.

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Does completing the TRIO Student Support Services application qualify me for a scholarship?

TRIO Student Support Services is not a scholarship program. However, a limited number of scholarships are available each semester.

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Can TRIO Student Support Services help me deciding a major?

Absolutely! TRIO Student Support Services offers students supplemental academic advising and career counseling. TRIO Student Support Services can help you determine a program that best suits you interests, strengths and long-term plans.

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Can TRIO Student Support Services help me meet more students like myself?

TRIO Student Support Services offers many opportunities for students to become acquainted with each other. We encourage experienced TRIO Student Support Services students to reach out to those who have just started and help them meet others with similar majors, interests or challenges. You’ll get a chance to meet other TRIO Student Support Services students at workshops, cultural events and college tours. TRIO Student Support Services encourages students to attend college-wide events, too. There is no shortage of ways to meet others.

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How do I apply?

Applying is easy! Simply stop the TRIO Student Support Services office in the Luther Student Center, room 414 and grab an application or download the application here.

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Who do I contact if I have questions?

All TRIO Student Support Services staff members work directly with our students, so feel free to contact any one of our team members: