TRIO-SSS

To participate, a student must:

1. Be enrolled at Iowa Lakes Community College with the intent to transfer to a 4-year institution, and

2. Meet at least one of the following criteria:

• • Neither parent nor student has graduated from a 4-year college or university and/or,
    • The family meets our federal income guidelines, based on the family’s TAXABLE income level and/or, 
• The student has a documented disability.

Our program is a FREE program committed to helping students succeed and obtain their educational goals. Our services enhance academic skills, increase retention and graduation rates, and facilitate the transitional process to the next level of higher education.

DID YOU KNOW?

Iowa Lakes awards $20,000 to participants each year!
Interested students must complete a scholarship application.

TRIO-SSS Academy: TRIO-SSS students are automatically enrolled in the TRIO-SSS Academy on Canvas, where they can access all the TRIO-SSS resources

Academic Enhancement: We offer Professional, Peer, and Online Tutoring. Professional and Peer tutoring is offered in person and virtually. Online tutoring is offered 24/7 in over 250 subjects via tutor.com

Career Advising: We assist students with career exploration, resume writing, and interviewing skills. An essential part of the college experience is identifying interests and skills and matching these with possible career fields.

Cultural & Educational Enrichment Opportunities: Students will have an opportunity to participate in various cultural events and leadership opportunities. Activities take place both on the Iowa Lakes Community College campus as well as in other communities.

Financial Literacy: We assist students in understanding the financial aid process, providing budgeting tips, credit card debt management, information on various types of aid available, scholarship opportunities, and deadline requirements, as well as guidance on writing scholarship essays.

Peer Mentoring: Participants who are first-time, full-time students at Iowa Lakes Community College are assigned a peer mentor. Peer mentors are sophomore TRIO-SSS participants who are available in person and via email to assist students with study skills, time management, locating community and campus resources, and providing personal support.

Transfer Counseling: We assist students in exploring colleges and areas of study by providing college visits and assistance with transferring to a 4-year college. Communication and support are provided through office visits, weekly emails, monthly newsletters, and social media accounts.

Workshops: We offer workshops in person, virtually, and online. All participants have access to StudentLingo, an online platform featuring workshops on various topics, including Exploring Careers, Stress Management, Study Skills, Time Management, Test Anxiety, Financial Literacy, and more.