Houston christian university trio student support services program

Houston Christian University received a $272,364 Project Grant award, effective September 1, 2025, through August 31, 2026, from the Department of Education's Office of Postsecondary Education under the TRIO Student Support Services Program (CFDA 84.042). The program delivers comprehensive supportive services designed to enhance academic outcomes and increase completion and transfer rates for disadvantaged college students, including low-income individuals, first-generation students, and students with disabilities. Services provided through this award include academic advising, financial literacy education, retention support, and guidance to facilitate student transfers from two-year to four-year institutions at Houston Christian University's campus in Houston, Texas.

As a Hispanic-Serving Institution, Houston Christian University leverages this federal funding to strengthen its commitment to supporting underrepresented and disadvantaged student populations in achieving postsecondary education success. The award supports the university's broader educational mission focused on improving student potential, academic performance, and overall success in higher education, with particular emphasis on serving Hispanic, African American, first-generation, and low-income student cohorts.