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The Student Support Services program is designed to:
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Increase the retention and graduation rates of eligible students
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Increase the transfer rate of eligible students from two-year to four-year institutions
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Foster an institutional climate supportive of the success of low-income and first-generation college students and individuals with disabilities through services such as academic advising, tutorial services, transfer assistance, career counseling, personal counseling and exposure to cultural events.
Who is eligible to participate in the Student Support Services program?
A student is eligible to participate in the Student Support Services project if the student meets all of the following requirements:
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Is a citizen or national of the United States or meets the residency requirements for Federal student financial assistance.
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Is enrolled at Southwest Texas Junior College or accepted for enrollment in the next academic term at that institution
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Has a need for academic support, as determined by Southwest Texas Junior College, in order to pursue successfully a postsecondary educational program.
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A low-income individual
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A first generation college student or
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An individual with disabilities
How can I apply?
An application may be picked up at the SSS offices located in the Sterling Fly building or click on the link below for a printable application. If you have any questions, please feel free to contact us at sss@swtjc.cc.tx.us
For more information regarding Student Support Services program visit http://www.ed.gov/programs/triostudsupp/index.html