Student Support Services
Student Support Services is a free program available to eligible students interested in achieving their goals of graduating or transferring. To be eligible, students must have a demonstrated need for academic support, be U.S. citizens or permanent residents and satisfy one of the following criteria: Be a first-generation college student (neither parent has a four-year college degree), meet income eligibility requirements, or have a documented disability.
Student Support Services is committed to the empowerment of its participants to achieve success through:
- Accessible and effective services
- Supportive and caring staff
- Quality advising and teaching
- Responsive counseling, and
- Student advocacy
Services and Support
Academic advising and coaching
Personal counseling
Tutoring
Designated technology center with printing
Scholarship opportunities
Supplemental Grant Aid
Assistance with developing an Individual Academic Plan
Financial Aid application assistance
Financial Literacy
Transfer Support including College and University Campus Visits
Technology loan program
Career Planning & Professional Development
College Success & Life Skills Workshops
Community Service opportunities
Cultural Enrichment opportunities
Access to Reference materials
Community resources and referrals
All of the services are free for program participants.
Eligible students wishing to participate in the Student Support Services program must complete an SSS application and have an intake interview. For additional services and information, contact the Student Support Services office at 339.4420 or 800.447.4091, ext. 4420 or stop by the offices located on the lower level of Oaks Hall.