Federal TRIO educational opportunity outreach programs support and motivate low-income, first-generation college students as well as students with disabilities to navigate academic environments from middle school to postgraduate programs. The goal of Federal TRIO programs is to increase the percentage of low-income and first generation college students who successfully pursue postsecondary education opportunities.
To be eligible for Student Support Services, you must be one or more of the following:
Funded through a grant from the U.S. Department of Education, SSS is an educational opportunity program that serves 160 students. Students in our program receive intensive, one-on-one and small-group assistance designed to meet their specific needs.
Click the button below to apply. You will be prompted to sign in to complete your application. Enter the following for credentials:
Username: StarID@go.minnstate.edu (for example, ab1234cd@go.minnstate.edu)
Password: your StarID password
DCTC TRIO/SSS Application & Verification Form
From acceptance into the program until graduation, SSS/TRIO students may receive and/or utilize in the following:
Academic
Financial Literacy
Personal
First-Year Involvement in SSS may begin with the Summer Bridge Program which takes place the summer before your first semester at DCTC. Summer Bridge improves your reading, writing, math and study skills while allowing you to participate in various workshops that promote a smooth transition to college. You can also earn 2 credits tuition free.
