Student Support Services
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.
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: 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) *To be able to access financial assistance services, you or a parent/guardian must complete the short Income Verification form. These services include:
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
Contact Us
Amanda Pope
Assistant Director
785-519-2637
amandapope@k-state.edu
LaCrista Bohn
Academic Program Coordinator
785-519-2647
lbohn@k-state.edu
Abby Belden
Office Specialist II
785-519-2656
abelden@k-state.edu