Summer Hours:
Monday – Thursday from 8:00am-5:00pm – Open in San Marcos Office TCB-1 and Virtually
Friday from 8am-5:00pm – Open Virtually
For Accomodations
Accommodations for all TRIO SSS events and services can be provided upon request for people with disabilities. Please ensure the request is made at least seven days prior to the event. Contact us at triosss@palomar.edu or call 760-744-1150 x 2761. For classroom and other campus accommodations, please visit the Palomar Disability Resource Center (DRC) website: https://www2.palomar.edu/pages/drc/
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:
Academic, Career, and Transfer Advising
Textbook Support
Priority Registration
Tutorial Services
College and University Tours, Visits, lectures, and Fairs
Computer Lab (Free printing)
Gas Cards (If eligible)
School Supplies
Use of Laptops, Calculators, iPad’s and Digital Recorders
Scholarship Information and Assistance
Academic Success Workshops
Leadership and Personal Development Workshops and Programs
Cultural Enrichment Activities
College and University Search and Major Planning Meetings
