Roosevelt university SSS stem

Roosevelt University received a $272,364 Project Grant from the 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 supports comprehensive student support services designed to enhance postsecondary educational outcomes for disadvantaged students, including low-income, first-generation, and students with disabilities enrolled at the institution's Chicago, Illinois campus.

Under this award, Roosevelt University delivers supportive services aimed at increasing student retention, graduation rates, and transfer success from two-year to four-year institutions. The program provides assistance in academic support, financial literacy, and overall student success initiatives to help participants maximize their potential for completing their postsecondary education programs. As a Hispanic-Serving Institution, Roosevelt University leverages this funding to serve its student population through targeted interventions and mentoring designed to remove barriers to educational completion and advancement.