Aquinas college student support services

Aquinas College received a $295,448 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) for the period September 1, 2025 through August 31, 2026. The program provides comprehensive supportive services designed to enhance academic success and degree completion for disadvantaged students, including low-income, first-generation, and students with disabilities enrolled at the institution in Grand Rapids, Michigan.

Under this award, Aquinas College delivers services aimed at increasing student retention and graduation rates, improving academic potential, enhancing financial literacy, and facilitating student success in postsecondary education. The TRIO SSS Program operates on a five-year grant cycle with annual continuation awards subject to fund availability and demonstrated progress toward program objectives. As a private, nonprofit educational institution, Aquinas College leverages this federal funding to support its commitment to providing comprehensive educational experiences and targeted assistance for disadvantaged student populations.