TRiO/SSS Program

Thank you for your interest in the TRIO/SSS Program.

Review TRIO Program Eligibility Requirements

To begin your application, please select either the dependent or independent student application below. Read the definitions below to determine which application to complete.

A parent/guardian signature is required to confirm financial eligibility for all dependent students; please make sure to provide your parent/guardian’s name and email address when prompted.

For the Income Eligibility section of the application, use your parent/guardian’s income information if you are a dependent student and your income information if you are an independent student.

Please note that emails about your DocuSign application may be redirected to your Junk folder.

Application

A dependent student is under 24 years old and does not fit any of the characteristics listed below for independent students. REMINDER: You must provide a parent/guardian’s full name and email address before selecting Begin Signing.

If you are a dependent student click on the link below.

DEPENDENT AY 2024-2025 TRIO Student Application Form

An independent student is one or more of the following:

  • at least 24 years old
  • married
  • a graduate or professional student
  • a veteran or a member of the Armed Forces
  • an orphan or a ward of the court
  • someone with legal dependents other than a spouse
  • an emancipated minor
  • homeless or at risk of becoming homeless

If you are an independent student click on the link below.

INDEPENDENT AY 2024-2025 TRIO Student Application Form