Frequently Asked Questions
TRIO provides opportunities for academic development, assists students with basic
college requirements, and motivates students toward successful completion of their
postsecondary education. The mission is to increase the college retention and graduation
rates of its participants.
For a thorough list, please refer to our services.
You can read more information on program eligibility.
No, we welcome eligible transfer and upper-level students to apply as well.
No, we accept any students who meet one or more of our eligibility criteria and display
the requisite determination to actively participate in TRIO and succeed in college.
Fill out the online application. You can also print out a paper copy and return it to our office in Knapp Hall, Suite
141.
No, all you need to do is fill out the regular online application, and we will discuss the details of the Summer Bridge Program during your interview.
Once your application has been received and reviewed, we will contact you to set up
an interview with our staff to discuss your goals, our program services, and how these
may fit your needs. It's your chance to learn more about who we are and what we do,
as well as our chance to determine your willingness and readiness to become an active
participant in the program.
First-year students are expected to meet with their Counselor once bi-weekly, or on
an as-need basis if more contact is necessary to address a particular situation a
student is facing. Upper-level students meet with their Counselor a minimum of twice
per semester, or on an as-need basis.
We currently do not provide direct funds. However, we work diligently with our students
to obtain on and off campus employment and scholarships, oftentimes providing referrals
and reference letters to deserving students. We have hired work-study students in
the past for general office work and student tour guides. To learn more about the
work-study program, refer to the Financial Aid Office.
All new TRIO students who successfully complete the Summer Bridge program are exempt
from paying for orientation. If you paid while already enrolled in TRIO or during
the intake process, we help you get reimbursed.
Yes! We support all of our students throughout their entire academic career at Farmingdale
to help you graduate!
Trio Program
Knapp Hall, Rooms 141-145
934-420-5152
trio@farmingdale.edu
Monday-Friday 8:00am - 5:00pm