TRiO Student Support Services and Talent Search Programs
The TRiO and TRiO Achievers programs are located in the TRiO Student Support & Retention Services (SSS) Department at Highline College. The Highline College TRiO Talent Search (TS) is a federally funded educational opportunity program funded by the US Department of Education.
Highline’s TRiO Program
TRIO SSS is a federally funded program for current college students (which can include Running Start, international students, and undocumented students) that provides low-income, first generation college students and students with disabilities the valuable support and services that will assist in student success and persistence towards graduation. TRIO serves to provide integrated academic services to foster student achievement and success.
TRiO Talent Search Program
TRIO Talent Search (TS) is a federally funded educational opportunity program for middle school and high school students to succeed through middle and high school, graduate, and continue to college. Participants receive additional support, services and resources to enhance their educational experience and meet their educational and career goals. The program is free for eligible students admitted into the program.
Who Should Apply for TRiO or TRiO Achievers?
- Students who would benefit from multiple services offered by the TRiO programs.
- Students who can commit to actively participating in weekly to quarterly programming requirements and activities (meeting with their TRiO Advisor, attending TRiO workshops/events, enrolling in TRiO classes, etc.)
- Students who seek robust guidance, mentorship and support from the TRiO program and staff
- Students who want to actively participate in a rich learning community of TRiO staff and students who will encourage you, support you, and hold you accountable for the goals you laid out for yourself.
- Students who are eligible for TRiO. Learn about our basic eligibility criteria for both the TRiO and TRiO Achievers program.
TRiO Student Support and Retention Services is committed to educational equity, access, and completion. We strive to provide responsive services and resources that promote successful educational experiences for first-generation, low-income, Veterans and students with disabilities at Highline College.
Our Core Values
- Personal and Social Empowerment. We create a more equitable and just society through personal and social responsibility
- Diversity. We practice acceptance, respect, and understanding of all cultures, backgrounds, and identities
- Community. We foster a supportive learning environment of engaged learners
- Access and Equity. We believe all students deserve access to quality educational opportunities
- Educational Success. We promote the successful persistence, graduation and transfer of our students
The Highline College TRiO Program is all about your success. TRiO sends out important information via email, letters, and informational fliers are posted in our office. Information sent out may be concerning upcoming university deadlines, TRiO events, transfer events, workshops, scholarship opportunities, personal academic information and other items of interest throughout the year. It is vital that you check your Highline College email often and keep your mailing address updated so that you will receive important information from TRiO and the college.
Highline College TRiO Program strives to offer quality service at all times. We will listen, help you to problem-solve and find answers to your questions, treat you with respect and keep your information confidential. Our goal is to support you and help you succeed as a Highline student and as a transfer student. We are here to support you.