TRIO Student Support Services
TRIO Student Support Services is currently accepting new applications. The deadline to apply is February 13, 2026 at 4:30 p.m. A limited number of applicants will be accepted, so email ariana.sheldahl@kctcs.edu or ebony.ray@kctcs.edu today for more information about applying.
Our Mission
The mission of TRIO Student Support Services (SSS) is to increase student retention and graduation rates by providing comprehensive academic, financial, and personal support. Services offered through TRIO SSS include academic and study assistance, financial literacy education, transfer and career planning, student enrichment experiences, and individualized success coaching.
All services are provided at no cost to participants.
Contact Us
TRIO SSS Center
Location: JEC Building, Lower Level, 200 West Broadway, Louisville, KY 40202
Phone: 502-213-2160
Office hours: 8:30 a.m.-4:30 p.m. on Monday-Friday
Ariana Sheldahl
SSS Coordinator
ariana.sheldahl@kctcs.edu
Ebony Ray
SSS Coordinator
ebony.ray@kctcs.edu
About Us
Services Provided:
- Academic tutoring: math, writing, & reading
- Career exploration and planning
- Counseling and academic advising
- Financial counseling
- Individual Success Plan
- Social Activities
- Transfer assistance
- College tours
- Cultural education opportunities
- Work-based learning opportunities
- SSS-exclusive events and opportunities
Workshops:
- College Survival Skills
- Financial Literacy
- Study Skills
- Stress Management
- Time Management
- And more!
To be eligible for TRIO Student Support Services an applicant must be a United States Citizen or permanent resident, and meet one or more of the following criteria:
- Meet low income standards set by the federal government
- Be a first generation student (neither parent has earned a bachelor's degree)
- Have a documented disability
Students who participate in Jefferson's TRIO SSS program must complete the following, with support from their SSS Coordinator:
- Complete an advising checklist with their SSS Coordinator
- Complete assessments on career path, learning style, Myers-Briggs personality, and financial literacy
- Work with their SSS Coordinator to create an individual plan to further the student's academic and career goals and maintain financial health
- Complete financial aid counseling through the Financial Aid Office
- Meet with their SSS Coordinator at least 5 times each semester
- Attend a College and Career Success seminar at least 3 times each semester
- Attend a 45-minute TRIO seminar at least once each month
- Follow up with their SSS Coordinator to address any academic or non-academic concerns they are facing, as needed
Virtual opportunities will be made available for students who are unable to attend some meetings or events in-person.
Applications for TRIO Student Support Services will open on the first day of both the Fall and Spring semesters. Each application period will remain open for one month from the opening date; late applications will be added to the application pool for the following semester's cohort.
The deadline to apply is February 13, 2026 at 4:30 p.m. Due to limited program capacity, students are encouraged to apply as early as possible. Acceptance notifications will be sent via email to selected applicants once the review process is complete. Eligible applicants who are not selected will be placed in the application pool for the following semester's cohort.
Students who are accepted into the program must attend a mandatory orientation meeting and a one-on-one meeting with their SSS Coordinator to confirm their enrollment into the program.
Email ariana.sheldahl@kctcs.edu or ebony.ray@kctcs.edu for more information about applying.
