SHSU TRIO Program Teacher Prep Program Summary

Sam Houston State University received a $272,364 Project Grant from the U.S. Department of Education Office of Postsecondary Education under the TRIO Student Support Services program (CFDA 84.042) effective September 1, 2025, with completion targeted by August 31, 2026. This award supports the delivery of comprehensive student support services designed to enhance retention, graduation, and transfer rates for disadvantaged college students, including low-income students, first-generation college students, and students with disabilities. The program provides on-campus tutoring, academic advising, career counseling, financial aid assistance, and workshops tailored to support students enrolled in teacher preparation curricula at the Huntsville, Texas campus.

As a Hispanic-Serving Institution and Minority Institution, SHSU's TRIO program aligns with federal priorities to foster institutional climates supporting historically underrepresented student populations and improve financial and economic literacy. The five-year grant structure provides a foundation for sustained service delivery, with continuation awards subject to annual demonstration of progress toward program objectives and availability of federal funds. This award reflects the Department of Education's broader commitment to expanding educational access and completion rates among disadvantaged populations through targeted academic and financial support services.