Ayden Zhu – “TRIO has helped me in so many ways in Palomar College. For example, the counselors in TRIO helped me keep track of all the classes I need to graduate on time so I can transfer to 4-year university.” 
Dalia Hernandez – “TRIO helped me in so many ways. I am beyond thankful for all the support and help they provided me. I was very fortunate to be a part of this TRIO family!” 
Destiny Ramales – “TRIO has undoubtedly been one of the most exciting parts of my experience at Palomar because without their help, I would not have been as prepared or better equipped without them.” 
Luis Morales – “I am very happy and grateful that I was part of the TRIO Program. TRIO provided me the necessary tools to help overcome obstacles that I come across and the guidance I needed to be where I am right now. Everyone in the TRIO program faculty are kind individuals, always there to answer questions and encouraging students to continue their hard work.” 
Mary Kovic – “Being a part of TRIO has been such a helpful resource during my stay at Palomar. I wasn’t very motivated about my academics before I joined TRIO. In a way, TRIO has become my adoptive academic family that pushed me to be better.” 
Rae Germar – “The entire TRIO Staff has been extremely friendly and helpful, and because of them I always felt welcome whenever I visit their building. TRIO has definitely contributed to a large part of my success.” 
Sarah Nelson – “The TRIO program has been so important to my success at Palomar. I can honestly say without their support it would have been so difficult for me to graduate.”
About TRIO SSS
The TRIO Student Support Services (SSS) program is a one of three original federally-funded programs authorized by Congress in the 1960’s. Our mission is to contribute to the success of first-generation, low-income students, and individuals with disabilities by supporting and empowering program participants in their academic, personal, and professional growth.
Program Goals
The primary purpose of our program is to increase the persistence and graduation rates of our student participants. We are committed to our students’ successful achievement in reaching their academic goal of transferring to a four-year institution and earning a degree. We strive to provide various resources that add value to their educational journey at Palomar College and beyond.
Services
All our services are student focused and include the following:
- Counseling: Academic, Career, Personal, and Transfer Advising
- Textbook Support and School Supplies
- Gas Cards (If eligible)
- Transit Pass (If eligible)
- Priority Registration
- Tutoring Support
- Scholarship Information and Assistance
- FAFSA Information and Assistance
- Use of Calculators and Computer Lab (Free Printing)
- University Campus Tours
- Academic Success Workshops
- Leadership and Personal Development Workshops and Programs
- Cultural Enrichment Activities
- College and University Search and Major Planning
- Meeting Academic and GPA Monitoring
- Mid-Semester Evaluations
- SSS Graduation/Transfer Recognition Ceremony
- And much more!