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U.S. Department of Education
Enrollment Period
Open enrollment
TRIO is a group of eight federally funded outreach and student services programs designed to help low-income individuals, first-generation college students, and students with disabilities progress from middle school through graduate education. Programs include Talent Search (middle and high school outreach), Upward Bound (college prep for high schoolers), Student Support Services (college retention and graduation support), and the Ronald E. McNair Post-Baccalaureate Achievement Program (graduate school preparation). Services are provided by colleges and nonprofits that apply for and receive TRIO grants, so availability depends on which institutions in your area have programs.
Answer each question — we'll show you exactly what applies to your situation.
What is your household income?
This program requires income at or below 150% of the Federal Poverty Level — that's the government's measure of what it costs to meet basic needs. Select your household size to see your exact dollar limit.
Count everyone who lives and eats with you — yourself, spouse/partner, children, and any dependents. Count a pregnant woman as 2.
Are you a US citizen or qualifying non-citizen?
Do you have a documented disability?
Do you meet the specific eligibility criteria of the individual TRIO program component?
Do you enroll through an institution or organization that has an active TRIO grant?