TRiO Eligibility

Students are eligible for services if they meet the following qualifications set by the Department of Education:

  • Are citizens of the United States or have permanent residency
  • Are enrolled in classes at Richland Community College
  • Are in need of academic support

In addition, students must meet at least one of the following criteria:

  • Neither parent graduated from a four-year college
  • Are low-income according to government guidelines
  • Have a documented physical or learning disability