| Service | Description |
|---|---|
Academic Counseling | Guidance on academic planning, program selection, and setting educational/career goals |
Campus Resource Navigation | Assistance connecting with on-campus resources such as student support programs, disability services, academic advising, student organizations, veterans services, and food assistance. |
Career Advising | Receive personalized career advising to explore career options, set professional goals, and receive support with resumes, interviews, and internships. |
College Advising & Information | Information on college programs, admissions requirements, and application processes. |
College Application Assistance | One-on-one support completing applications & the admission process to colleges, universities, or trade schools. |
College Tours | Opportunity to visit colleges and universities to participate in a campus tour, meet with staff in your intended program of study, learn about scholarship, and their student resources. |
Cultural Assistance | Support in navigating college life, adjusting to new environments, and accessing resources designed for underrepresented and diverse student populations. |
English Language Proficiency Support | Information and referrals to ESL programs for students whose native language is not English. |
Financial Aid Assistance | One-on-one support completing and understanding FAFSA, financial aid appeals, loans, and grants. |
Financial Literacy | Free workshops and resources on budgeting, debt management, retirement, credit scores & reports, home ownership, student loans, and how to prepare for a financial emergency. |
GED Program Info or Referral | Information about GED program formats, structure, and location options. Guidance applying to the program that best fits the student’s needs and direct referrals from TRIO EOC to GED programs. |
Interest & Career Assessments | Tools and assessments to assist students to identify their strengths, interests, and potential career options. |
Job Training Information or Referral | Information on workforce training programs, certifications, and skilled trades opportunities & the option for TRIO EOC to provide a direct referral to the training institution. |
Personal Counseling | Referrals to college- based counseling services (when applicable) or referrals to community resource to support students navigate a mental health crisis, personal challenges, or their emotional well-being |
Placement Testing Information | Information about college placement testing requirements, steps, and preparation resources. |
Referral to Another College | Support the student in researching & identifying the postsecondary institution that best fit their career and goals. |
Referrals to Community Organizations | Referrals to EOC’s community partners for food assistance, housing assistance, career exploration, job search assistance, and any other essential need. |
Scholarship Information & Assistance | Assistance finding available scholarships opportunities and providing guidance for students completing the scholarship application, including reviewing essays. |
State Financial Aid Guidance | Information and guidance applying to state-based grants such as TIP, Michigan Reconnect, Community College Guarantee, etc. |
Study & Test Taking Skills Support | Provide resources to help students strengthen their study habits, test preparation methods, time management, and confidence. |
Tutoring Referrals | Information and referrals to academic tutoring services |