The TRIO Student Support Services (SSS) is committed to providing support and information that validates each student's experience and nurtures a sense of participation, belonging and empowerment. Through mentorship, academic programs, one-to-one counseling/ advising, referrals to campus resources and social/ cultural programming, we strive to maximize your involvement and success in the campus academic community. In addition to assisting students through to graduation, TRIO SSS helps motivate and inform students to utilize services to enhance their preparation for the job market and/or graduate and professional school admission.

TRIO SSS is for students who are low-income, first-generation college students and/or students with disabilities.

TRIO SSS APPLICATION

The 2026-2027 TRIO SSS application is now open! Students accepted to TRIO SSS must attend Summer Experience; a one week-long summer residential program. This year’s Summer Experience is from August 15-21. The deadline to apply is Friday, July 3rd.

Click here to apply to TRIO Student Support Services

Important Contacts for New Students

• Admissions: (858) 534-4831
• Financial Aid & Scholarship Office: (858) 534-4480
• Housing: (858) 534-4010
• Office of Registrar (858) 534-3150
• UC application Help Desk (800) 207-1710
• TRIO SSS/ Summer Experience Help Line (858) 534-6308

Important Resource Links 

• New Triton Information
• Parents & Families 
• Student Health Services 

Newly admitted students should follow the checklist on the Applicant Portal for instructions on how to submit official transcripts and test scores. The checklist also provides vital information about college orientation, student health and wellness requirements, financial aid, and deadlines to finalize admission prior to enrollment.

Questions? E-mail TRIO SSS or call (858) 534-6308.