The Federal TRiO Programs (TRiO) are Federal outreach and student services programs designed to identify and provide services for individuals from disadvantaged backgrounds. TRiO includes eight programs targeted to serve and assist low-income individuals, first-generation college students, and individuals with disabilities to progress through the academic pipeline from middle school to post baccalaureate programs. TRiO also includes a training program for directors and staff of TRiO projects.
K-State Salina SSS awards more than $15,000 in grant aid to students each year
92% of K-State Salina SSS students are in good academic standing
K-State Salina's SSS supports up to 160 students annually
Student Support Services is one of the eight programs mentioned earlier and serves students enrolled in post-secondary educational institutions. Student Support Services at Kansas State University Salina has been serving students since 2001. SSS currently serves 160 students annually on the Salina campus.
Now accepting applications for the 2025-2026 academic year!
(If you are a dependent student (under the age of 24 and unmarried), the income verification form, found below under the "how to apply" dropdown must be completed and signed by a parent/guardian. This form link can be copied and sent to your parent/guardian.)
Who we support
First generation students
Low income students
Students with accomodations
In order to apply for TRIO SSS, students must be:
a US citizen and/or legal permanent resident
enrolled at K-State pursuing their first bachelor's degree
and meet at least one (1)of the following criteria:
Be income limited based on federal guidelines from the Dept. of Education
Be a first-generation college student (neither parent nor guardian received a bachelor's degree)
Have a documented disability or special need and registered with the Student Access Center.
If you qualify and are accepted into the program, an email will be sent to your K-State email address with instructions on setting up an appointment to begin services. If you do not qualify, we will refer you to other resources available on campus. Qualifying for SSS does not guarantee acceptance into the program. Our grant allows us to serve 160 students per year.
(Currently accepting applications for 2025-2026 K-State students)
Complete and submit the 2025-26 KSU Salina SSS Application *There is a section on income and if you need help from a parent/guardian please use the next form.
If you are a dependent student (under the age of 24 and unmarried), this form must be completed and signed by a parent/guardian. This form link can be copied and sent to your parent/guardian.
If you are an independent student (over 24 and/or married), this form must be completed and signed by the student (you).
*To be able to access financial assistance services, you or a parent/guardian must complete the short Income Verification form. These services include:
Consideration for Supplemental Grant Aid (first and second year students receiving a Pell grant with unmet need qualify to apply for financial benefits that do not require repayment)
Assistance with finding and applying for scholarships
FAFSA assistance
Educational financial planning
Students who are accepted into SSS will meet with a professional staff member to discuss TRIO SSS services that can support your successful journey at K-State. With the help of an SSS professional, we will set goals for the term and for program participation (Students with exceptional participation may be considered for Grant Aid). This plan will be reviewed and updated each term as your needs change throughout your journey to graduation.
Services
SSS provides services designed to support and assist students to excel and graduate. Student Support Services staff are committed to students and want to be a part of their academic journey!
Academic advising
Acute counseling and referral services
Cultural enrichment programming
Tutoring services
Workshops
Financial aid navigation/comprehension
Scholarship assistance
And more!
What K-State Salina students and alumni say
"SSS was incredibly helpful to my education and helped me gain my degree. The staff helped me find scholarships, while the financial workshops were my favorite activities."
"Student Support Services have always been there to help me when I need it. The knowledgable staff is great at connecting me to the right resources."
"What I like most about SSS is a support group who I can always count on to help me or guide me to resources."
The assistance offered by SSS at K-State Salina is amazing. I love that the environment is always so kind and supportive."
