Overview

The Student Support Services (SSS) program at UW-River Falls offers a number of educational outreach and enrichment opportunities to maximize academic success at the college level. Program participants receive access to one-on-one academic coaching, leadership and community service opportunities, career/graduate school advising, opportunities to participate in social/cultural activities, financial literacy, and assistance with accessing campus services.

The program is funded annually by the United States Department of Education and is free to qualified applicants.

Program Benefits

SSS serves 200 student participants and offers a variety of supplemental services including the following:

• Community of first generation scholars
• Priority registration
• SSS Peer Mentoring program
• Knowledgeable and committed coaches
• Early grade awareness reports
• Academic and study skill support
• Cultural activities and service projects
• Financial literacy (budgets, credit cards, student loan guidance, FAFSA assistance)
• Professional development (resume, interview skills, internships, networking and graduate school exploration)
• Referrals and connections to other campus resources

Apply for Student Support Services

• Increase opportunities for success in college and life.
   
• Get individualized support, workshops, professional conferences, tutoring and community building activities.
   
• SSS improves the retention and graduation rates of the students it serves.

Student Testimonials

"The SSS program has assisted me with the adjustment to college. Not having my parents around was hard to get used to and it was nice knowing that there was someone I could always go talk to if I needed anything."

"SSS is an amazing place to grow and overcome your fears about college. Join today!"

UW-River Falls Student Support Services is a 100% federally funded TRIO program serving 200 students annually with $336,221 awarded per budget period.

TRIO/SSS serves all program participants regardless of race, color, creed, religion, national or ethnic origin, gender, sexual orientation, disability, marital status, or age.