West Valley College applies for TRIO SSS funding from the US Department of Education every 5 years to provide opportunities for academic development, assist students with basic college requirements, and to motivate students toward the successful completion of their postsecondary education. The goal of SSS is to increase the college retention and graduation rates of its participants.
Now Serving Undocumented Students
As of fall 2023, in addition to U.S. citizens and permanent residents, TRIO is able to extend services to West Valley College students that are undocumented (Includes: Dreamers, AB540 eligible, DACA, TPS, U&T Visa, Asylum/Refugee).
To qualify for participation in the TRIO SSS program, applicants must first meet these minimum qualifications.
- West Valley College is your primary institution
- Not enrolled in any other TRIO SSS Program
- Academic Need
- Student Plans to complete certificate, degree or transfer from WVC
- U.S. citizen, or permanent resident, or undocumented student (Includes: Dreamers, AB540 eligible, DACA, TPS, U&T Visa, Asylum/Refugee).
- First-generation college student (neither parent nor legal guardian has earned a bachelor's degree)
- High Financial Need (based on the U.S. Department of Education Income Eligibility)
Federal TRIO Programs Current-Year Low-Income Levels
Effective January 11, 2024 until further notice.
| Size of Family Unit | Household Income |
|---|---|
| 1 | $22,590 |
| 2 | $30,660 |
| 3 | $38,730 |
| 4 | $46,800 |
| 5 | $54,870 |
| 6 | $62,940 |
| 7 | $71,010 |
| 8 | $79,080 |
Please note, once you begin the application form, any incomplete application cannot be saved before submission. Because of this, we strongly suggest that you first take the time to secure electronic copies of the following:
- Unofficial transcripts from any college or university you have attended.
- Verification of your previous year's taxable income.
Once accepted into the TRIO program, students must meet the following requirements to stay in good standing:
- Maintaining at least a 2.0 GPA with a goal of reaching or exceeding a 2.5 GPA.
- Meet with TRIO Counselor or Director (if student is in other counseling programs) at least once per semester.
- Attend mandatory financial literacy programming at least once per semester.
We encourage students currently in the ESL program to apply to TRIO once they are finished with their program or are in the ESL 970 series. Feel free to contact program staff if you have any questions.
Please come see us in SSC 212 to help you with your TRIO Application or contact Vivian Pelayo Nuno.
Vivian Pelayo Nuno
TRIO
Office Assistant
(408) 741-2534
[email protected]
SSC 212