The UW-superior student support services program provides academic and personal support for 160 low income, first-generation students and students with disabilities

The University of Wisconsin-Superior received a $361,922 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 academic and personal support services for 160 low-income, first-generation, and students with disabilities enrolled at the institution in Superior, Wisconsin.

Under this grant, UW-Superior delivers targeted services designed to enhance student retention, graduation rates, and academic success. The TRIO SSS Program provides participating students with academic advising, financial literacy education, and holistic support services intended to increase their potential for successful completion of postsecondary education programs. As a five-year grant program with annual continuation awards based on institutional performance and progress toward project objectives, this award represents year one of UW-Superior's commitment to supporting disadvantaged student populations through federally-funded student success initiatives.