Student Support Services at Tarleton State University encourages and assists traditionally underrepresented students in the completion of a post-secondary education and preparation for the job market or graduate school. TRiO SSS participants receive individualized college support and direct access to important campus resources. TRiO SSS is FREE and provides students with mentoring, advice on post-secondary course selection, cultural opportunities, economic literacy, and personal coaching. We do not directly provide financial funding to students. If you need additional financial funding please see Financial Aid or Student Basic Needs and Resources for more information.

Student Support Services is funded by the Department of Education through 2025. TRIO Programs are nationally recognized for best practices and strategies in promoting retention and graduation of its participants. We’re located in the Tarleton Center, Room 134

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Program Components

A strong college foundation is essential to college success. Let SSS ease the transition and prepare you for success with services like:

  • Degree progression and Course Selection
  • Information and education about campus resources
  • Graduate school tours and preparation 
  • Promoting financial literacy and life skills
  • Assistance in time management, planning, and select course tutoring
  • Guidance with completing Financial aid applications and scholarship searches
  • Cultural experiences and activities
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Eligibility

To be eligible for services students need to:

  • Be enrolled full time at Tarleton State University- Stephenville Campus
    AND
  • Be able to commit to maintaining a minimum of 2 contacts with a TRiO SSS Coordinator each semester of enrollment
    AND
  • Be considered low-income per the Department of Education guidelines for the current fiscal year
    OR
  • Be a first-generation college student (first in your family to complete a bachelor’s degree)
    OR

To apply: Please select the link below stop by the TRiO Office in Tarleton Center Room 134
Please allow 10-14 business days for the application to process. During holidays, campus closure days, and busy times such as first week of classes and registration, applications may take longer to process. We appreciate your patience.

Apply to Student Support Services

Staff

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Jenny Watts

Director, Student Support Services
watts@tarleton.edu
254-968-9369

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Marcus Brown

Academic Coordinator, COSM, COB, MCOE, COANR
mdbrown@tarleton.edu 
254-968-1733

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Alexis Polizzi

Assistant Director, COE,CHS, COFLA
polizzi@tarleton.edu 
254-968-7670