TRiO Transfer Services (SSS)

How we support your success

• Priority Academic Counseling- Forget waiting in line; ensure your educational plan is up-to-date, gain assistance with university selection/research, and gain confidence in all your educational decisions with your dedicated TRiO Academic Counselor.
• Peer Mentoring- Students helping students. Specially trained, experienced, and compassionate students will assist you with problem solving, academic tutoring, research, and life skill development.
• Tutoring- Save your GPA! We provide referrals to the Academic Achievement Center, appointments with TRiO Peer Mentors, and special requests for tutoring needs to ensure you excel in every class.
• Scholarship/Financial Aid Assistance- Where do you start? We can guide you through the process in order to increase your chances of being awarded a scholarship and avoid going into debt while you complete your educational goals.
• University Tours/Field Trips- The adventure continues! Four university tours per year are FREE to TRiO enrolled students; special requests will be considered for additional trips.
• Priority Registration (TRIO SSS grant eligibility must be met)- Get the classes that fit your schedule each semester.

TRiO Transfer Services Eligibility

Students must be accepted to Columbia College, and one of the following:

• Be a first-generation college student, neither parent completed a Bachelor's degree OR
• Be low-income, verification will be checked according to federal guidelines at intake OR
• Have a verifiable disability; provide verification through DSPS Office.

Students must also commit to an educational plan that includes:

• Graduation from Columbia with a degree or certificate within 4 years of enrollment in the program.
• Transferring to a university to complete a bachelor's degree directly after graduation from Columbia.

Students who do NOT meet this criteria are still highly encouraged to apply for TRiO Transfer Services.! All students will be provided and/or referred to complimentary services to help them meet their university transfer goals.