Federal Grant Award Summary: Hamline University TRIO Student Support Services Project

Hamline University received a $272,364 Project Grant award dated September 25, 2025, from the U.S. Department of Education's Office of Postsecondary Education under the TRIO Student Support Services Program (CFDA 84.042). The award, with an ultimate completion date of September 24, 2026, funds comprehensive supportive services designed to enhance academic success and retention for disadvantaged undergraduate students at the Saint Paul, Minnesota institution. The program delivers on-campus tutoring, academic advising, career counseling, financial aid assistance, and student development workshops to low-income students, first-generation college students, and students with disabilities.

The TRIO Student Support Services initiative aims to increase graduation rates and facilitate student transfer from two-year to four-year institutions while fostering an institutional climate that supports students from historically underrepresented populations and other vulnerable student groups, including limited-English-proficient students, homeless students, and those aging out of foster care. Through this funding, Hamline University will serve an estimated 100-300 students annually, providing integrated support services that enhance financial and economic literacy and strengthen student potential for successful completion of their postsecondary education programs. The grant operates under a five-year project structure with continuation awards made annually based on demonstrated progress and fund availability.