About TRIO Student Support Services
Empowering First-Generation, Low-Income, and Disabled Students for Success
At Central Carolina Community College, our TRiO Student Support Services (SSS) programs are designed to support and uplift students who face barriers to achieving their college dreams. Funded through a federal grant, these programs provide free academic, financial, and personal support to eligible students.
We proudly offer two Student Support Services programs:
- Student Support Services – Classic
- Student Support Services – STEM & Health Sciences
Together, we serve over 260 students across Chatham, Harnett, and Lee counties, helping them persist, transfer, and graduate.
What We Offer
- Free tutoring in reading, writing, math, science, and more
- Study skills workshops
- Help with course selection and scheduling
- Assistance completing the FAFSA
- Scholarship search support
- Financial literacy workshops (budgeting, loans, planning)
- Step-by-step help transferring to 4-year universities
- Guidance on applying for transfer scholarships
- Campus visits and transfer fairs
- Mentorship programs
- Counseling for academic, personal, and career success
- Career exploration events and job shadowing
- University tours
- Cultural trips and events
- Leadership development workshops
- For eligible Pell Grant recipients already in the program
Our Mission
The goal of Student Support Services is to increase college retention and graduation rates, while empowering students to achieve their academic and career goals. We believe every student deserves a strong support system—and we’re here to provide it.
Student Testimonial
Trent Wheeler, TRiO SSS Participant, Lee County
"When you want to succeed as bad as you want to breathe, then you will always be successful.”
Ready to Join?
Are you a first-generation college student, from a limited-income background, or a student registered with disability services? You may qualify for TRiO Student Support Services!
Navigate to the TRiO SSS Application to get started and apply today. Our team is ready to support you every step of the way—from your first class to graduation and beyond.