Transfer Opportunity Program & Student Support Services

Transfer Opportunity Program (TOP)

We offer qualifying students a number of support services to help them succeed in their educational journeys – starting at UCC and continuing as they transfer to university studies in pursuit of a 4-year degree.

Student Support Services (SSS)

College / Career Assistance

  • Academic Tutoring
    You can receive individualized tutoring at times that fit your schedule. Tutoring services are available for up to 2 hours per week per class. Subjects include Math, Sciences, Writing, Foreign Languages, and others. Study groups and limited drop-in tutoring opportunities are also available.
  • Specialized Advising
    We provide academic advising from enrollment to graduation and successful transfer to a university. We will work with you individually to create an educational plan that works and helps you reach your goals.
  • Career Exploration
    If you are undecided or curious about how your degree will translate into the workforce, you can meet with a TOP advisor or use one of our many career inventories to narrow down your choices.
  • University Campus Visits
    Attend tours of Oregon universities to get a feel for campus life and meet with faculty or advisors from your intended major.

Financial Assistance

Enrichment Opportunities

  • Cohort Opportunities
    You will become part of a cohort that meets weekly. Students will participate in the strengthening of their college success skills as well as their financial literacy and career planning skills. This can help you to make lasting connections with other TOP students on campus and increases your exposure to TOP services.
  • Cultural and Educational Events
    Experience new things by attending cultural and educational events like plays from the Oregon Shakespeare Festival, the Hult Center, museum tours, and other events.
  • Educational Workshops and Seminars
    Attend workshops throughout the year for scholarship help, career exploration, financial literacy, and special guest speakers from the community.

We Are Federally Funded

These services are free for all students. TRIO Student Support Services is 100% funded through a grant from the U.S. Department of Education under the Higher Education Act of 1965 and serves 165 participants annually.

Our nation has asserted a commitment to providing educational opportunities for all Americans regardless of race, ethnic background, or economic circumstance. In support of this commitment, Congress established a series of programs to help low-income Americans enter college, graduate, and move on to participate more fully in America’s economic and social life. These programs are funded under Title IV of the Higher Education Act of 1965 and are referred to as the TRIO Programs (referencing the fact that there were initially only three programs – Upward Bound, Talent Search, and Student Support Services). While student financial aid programs help students overcome financial barriers to higher education, TRIO programs help students overcome class, social and cultural barriers to higher education.

Contact

TRIO Student Support Services

Educational Support Building Rm.10 and Rm.15
SSS/TOP is an equal opportunity program.