Welcome!
Our Mission
The mission of Student Support Services-TRIO is to increase the college retention and graduation rates of program participants at the University of New Mexico Main Campus. The SSS program draws upon a holistic framework where committed participants receive individualized support by addressing their educational and personal needs.
Services
Support services are offered through academic advising, tutoring, mentoring, career advisement, personal guidance, financial guidance, graduate school guidance, workshops, and academic enrichment activities. The program provides opportunities to apply for exclusive TRIO scholarships. The awards/scholarships are contingent upon available funds.
Program Background
The UNM SSS program is 100% federally funded through a grant from the U.S Department of Education TRIO Programs. SSS is one of three TRIO programs originally funded under the Higher Education Act of 1965, as part of the U.S. Department of Education Office of TRIO Programs.
SSS at The University of New Mexico - Main Campus is designed to increase the academic performance, retention, and graduation rates of program participants.
Who We Serve
UNM SSS targets 160 undergraduate students who are first-generation to college, low-income, and/or have a documented disability.
Participant eligibility is outlined by the federal requirements of Student Support Services.
- The term first-generation was codified into law in the 1980 reauthorization of the Higher Education Act of 1965. It defines a first-generation student as an individual whose parent or guardian has not earned a bachelor's degree.
- The low-income definition is also determined by federal TRIO criteria.
- The documented disability definition is provided by the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA).
Ready to Apply?
Our priority application period starts on May 1 annually. For best consideration for the fall cohort, please apply by July. Only complete applications are considered. Applications will be accepted until available spots are filled!
