TRiO Student Support Services (SSS) Eligibility & Application

To be eligible, you must be a U.S. citizen or permanent resident and meet at least one of the following criteria:

• First-Generation College Student – Neither parent has earned a bachelor’s degree from a U.S. college or university.

• Income Eligible – Based on federal income guidelines.

• Documented Disability – Must be verified through appropriate documentation (if applicable).

• Demonstrated Academic Need – As determined by the TRiO program.

• Complete the online TRiO SSS application.

• Upload income documentation before submitting your application:

  • Provide a copy of the most recent federal 1040 tax return (your own, or your parents' if you are a dependent).

  • This information is required to verify income eligibility.

TRiO SSS Application

After your interview, you’ll take a brief academic skills assessment to help the TRiO team better understand your study needs and tailor support services accordingly.

If your eligibility is based on a disability, you must upload official documentation as part of your application.

Once your application and documents are submitted:

• A TRiO staff member will contact you to schedule an interview and eligibility review with the TRiO Director and Counselor.

• If accepted, you’ll complete an Intake Packet that includes:

  • Program Expectations

  • Participant Responsibility Contract

  • Release of Information Form

  • Academic Needs Form

To remain in good standing with the TRiO program at LA Valley College, students are expected to:

• Be officially enrolled at LA Valley College.

• Enroll in at least 9 units approved by a TRiO counselor.

• Meet with their TRiO counselor at least twice per semester.

• Participate in a minimum of two TRiO activities each semester.

• Maintain a minimum 2.0 GPA.

• Stay focused on the goal of graduating and transferring to a four-year university.