Tusculum university student support services proposes to serve 200 students who are low-income, first-generation students and students with disabilities

Tusculum University received a $348,515 Project Grant award from the U.S. Department of Education's Office of Postsecondary Education under the TRIO Student Support Services (SSS) Program (CFDA 84.042) effective September 1, 2025, through August 31, 2026. The award funds comprehensive support services designed to enhance postsecondary educational outcomes for 200 disadvantaged students, specifically targeting low-income students, first-generation college students, and students with disabilities enrolled at the institution in Greeneville, Tennessee.

The Student Support Services program provides targeted interventions to increase student retention and graduation rates while facilitating successful degree completion and transfers to four-year institutions. Through this funding, Tusculum University delivers academic advising, financial literacy education, and social support services aimed at strengthening the academic potential and overall success of underserved student populations in higher education. The one-year project period is standard for SSS awards, with continuation funding subject to demonstrated progress toward program objectives and availability of appropriated funds.