TRIO Student Support Services 

Your Support System from Start to Finish

TRIO helps first-generation, income-eligible, and students with disabilities succeed at Cerritos College through personalized academic guidance, transfer support, mentoring, and community.

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How TRIO Supports You

  • Academic Guidance
    Meet regularly with a dedicated advisor who helps you stay on track toward graduation and transfer.
  • Transfer Preparation
    Receive hands-on support with university applications, transfer planning, and personal statements.
  • Financial Support Resources
    Get help navigating FAFSA, scholarships, and understanding college costs.
  • Tutoring & Study Support
    Access tutoring, study skills workshops, and academic support services.
  • Wellness & Community
    Connect with mentors, workshops, and resources that support the whole student experience.
  • College & University Visits
    Explore four-year universities and visualize your next step beyond Cerritos College.

Your Path with TRIO

  Step 1

Apply to TRIO

  Step 2

Verify eligibility with support from our team

  Step 3

Meet your advisor

  Step 4

Build your education plan

  Step 5

Graduate and transfer

Start Your Application

WHO CAN JOIN?

You May Qualify If You Are:

  • First-generation
  • Income-eligible
  • A student with disabilities
  • In need of academic support 

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You do not need to have everything figured out to get started. Our team will help guide you through the process.