Student Support Services

The SSS-Classic and SSS-STEM programs provide the following services to all program participants: 

In accordance with Federal regulations, applicants must meet the following criteria to be eligible:

1. Be a U.S. citizen or permanent resident AND
2. Be enrolled or accepted for enrollment at Florida Gulf Coast University AND
3. Demonstrate a strong need for academic support AND
4. Meet one or more of the following:
   • Be a first generation college student (neither parent/guardian has a 4-year degree)
   • Have a documented disability
   • Have financial need based on U.S. Federal Income Requirements

Students are encouraged to complete an application so that SSS Staff can review and determine eligibility.

Students are encouraged to apply so that staff can determine eligibility into the SSS Classic or SSS STEM program. The number of students accepted into the programs varies each year and is dependent on the number of spots available. Priority will be given to eligible applicants who demonstrate the greatest need for support and the greatest desire to be active and engaged in the program.

Please read all instructions carefully so that your application can be considered.

For Fall Admission:

For Spring admission we invite you to inquire with the SSS staff.

There are TWO STEPS to the application process.

STEP ONE

Complete and submit an Online Application

STEP TWO

Complete and submit a Statement of Income Certification. This form is used to verify your or your parent/guardian’s income. You must use the income information used to file for FAFSA.

You may return the Statement of Income Certification via:
E-MAIL
triosss@fgcu.edu

FAX
239-590-7947

IN-PERSON
TRIO & Outreach Office in McTarnaghan Hall room 202

MAIL
Florida Gulf Coast University
TRIO Student Support Services
10501 FGCU Blvd. South
Ft. Myers, FL 33965

Selection Process:
Applications received after the priority deadline will be reviewed on a first come, first served basis.

Only complete applications from eligible students will be reviewed. After the initial screening, eligible applicants will be notified via Eagle e-mail regarding whether or not they have been invited for the Interview Process. Those who are invited to the Interview Process will be asked to schedule an in-person or phone meeting.

During the one-on-one meeting, students will meet with an SSS Staff member to discuss program requirements; after which the student can decide if they still want to join the program and staff will determine final entry. Be sure to check your Eagle E-mail regularly.

If you should have any questions about this process please do not hesitate to contact us.