TRIO - Frequently Asked Questions

What does TRIO do?
Green River’s TRIO program exists to help students in two-year degree programs remain in college and graduate, as well as to assist students in transferring to a 4-year institution. (return to top)

What services does TRIO offer?
TRIO offers a number of services created to increase student’s leadership and study skills, as well as to strengthen their college survival skills, all essential in order to be a successful student. These services include: priority registration, cultural enrichment activities, educational workshops, visits to nearby 4-year institutions, financial aid and scholarship resources, tutoring, personalized academic and career advising, and transfer assistance. (return to top)

What kinds of educational workshops does TRIO provide?
Because so many of our students are interested in transferring to a 4-year college, we provide annual transfer workshops. Workshop staff usually cover topics such as how to best fill out the transfer application, deadlines, transfer days, and personal essays. Other popular workshops include Study Skills, Tips for Success in Math, Time Management, Stress Management, and Career and Scholarship Research. We encourage students to suggest other topics and provide feedback on all TRIO activities. (return to top)

What are the requirements to join TRIO?
You must either be First-Generation (neither parent has obtained a Bachelor’s Degree), Low-Income (according to federal guidelines) and/or have a documented disability. In addition, a student must meet all of the following criteria: be a U.S. citizen or Legal Resident (must qualify for federal aid), have a FAFSA on file, have academic need and taking at least 9 credits per quarter at GRCC with the intent of working towards a degree or transferring to a 4-year college. We are funded to work with approximately 200 students each year so there is an application process to screen for qualified participants. (return to top)

How do I apply?
Students can pick up an application at the TRIO Student Support Services office, located on the 2^nd floor of the Lindbloom Student Center. We are located behind Enrollment Services' main windows. The TRIO program generally accepts new students/applications during fall quarter of each year. (return to top)

What does the application process include?
After completing the TRIO application and submitting financial documentation (copies of yours or your parents’ most recent tax returns), students are scheduled for a personal intake interview with one of the TRIO advisors. (return to top)

How will I know if I am accepted into TRIO?
After the intake interview, pending verification of eligibility requirements and vacancies within the eligibility categories, students are informed of their status by mail or telephone. The student then signs up for a TRIO orientation meeting. After the student attends the orientation and signs the appropriate forms, the student can then be admitted into the program. (return to top)

What if I am not accepted into the program?
If you are notified that you have not been accepted, the best thing to do is to either call or come by the office to find out specifically why you were denied. It is possible that you need to submit additional information in order to have this status changed. If you do not meet the eligibility criteria for our program, we can refer you to other resources on campus for academic assistance. (return to top)

Who can I contact if I have further questions?
Stop by our office in Lindbloom Student Center (2^nd Floor) or give us a call at (253) 833-9111, ext. 2655. Three full-time staff are available to assist you.

We look forward to working with you. Best wishes for a successful academic year! (return to top)

TRIO Student Support Services
Lindbloom Student Center
second floor behind Enrollment Services

(253) 833-9111 (Auburn)
(253) 924-0180 (Tacoma)
(206) 464-6133 (Seattle)
ext. 2655

Last updated on: 03/24/2008

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