Academic Support Services
Klump Academic Center, Rm. 141 · (570) 320-5261
TRIO Student Support Services
Call the TRIO office direct: (570) 320-2425
Current Students
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Who are we?
Student Support Services Program, a federally-funded TRIO Program, is designed to help participants earn a college degree. A recent study by the U.S. Department of Education showed that participants in Student Support Services programs have a higher GPA and earn a greater number of credits per semester than non-participants.
Tutoring, guidance, developmental course instruction, and workshops that emphasize critical and analytical thinking, study skills and time management are just a few of the support services we offer. These services, in addition to one-on-one advising, counseling, peer mentoring and peer coaching, could be the added support a student needs to make it through graduation. The career counseling we provide will help raise awareness of job opportunities and prepare students for entry or re-entry into the world of work.
How can we help?
- Intensive services prior to and during the first semester
- Advocacy, support, and personal attention by our staff
- Creation of an individualized "Plan for Success"
- An assigned peer tutor, peer mentor, or peer coach
- Monitoring of each student's progress toward graduation
- Assistance for students with disabilities
- Access to regional cultural activities
Which students are eligible?
You must be a Penn College student and a U.S. citizen or permanent resident, and you must meet one or more of the following criteria:
- A first generation college student – neither parent nor guardian has earned a bachelor's degree
- Low-income – guidelines established by the U.S. Department of Education
- Have a documented physical or learning disability
How do students apply for TRIO Student Support Services?
Submit completed Application Form to:
Academic Support Services, DIF 74
Pennsylvania College of Technology
One College Avenue
Williamsport, PA 17701-5799
Who can I contact for more information about TRIO Student Support Services?
- Phone (570) 320-2425
- Contact TRIO Coordinator
Funded 100% by the U.S. Department of Education at an annual amount of $243,095.