FSCJ’s TRiO Student Support Services-STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering and Mathematics) which includes all Health Science programs is part of a network of federally-funded programs called TRiO, whose objective is to expand educational access and opportunity in higher education for all Americans.  While financial aid programs help students overcome financial barriers to higher education, TRiO programs help students overcome class, social and cultural barriers to higher education.

Located at FSCJ North Campus since 2010, TRiO SSS-STEM provides individual and group services to 160 students. Its mission is to increase the academic success, retention and graduate rates of first generation (neither parent/guardian has completed a bachelor’s degree), low-income students and individuals with a disability.

An important aspect of the program is that it provides a consistent and ongoing support system that program participants depend upon throughout their time here at FSCJ, and they may participate throughout their enrollment at the College.

If students are committed to achieving their academic goals, they will find great benefits in joining the program.

Program Eligibility

• First-generation, low-income and/or disabled college students (first generation means neither parent obtained a bachelor's degree)
• Must be a U.S. citizen or legal resident.
• Must be enrolled at FSCJ taking the STEM/Health Science prerequisite courses and/or accepted into a STEM or Health Science program.
• Must be interested in obtaining a certificate or associate degree in STEM/Health Science and transferring to a four-year program and/or university.
• Should have a GPA of 2.0 or higher
• Must be educationally disadvantaged or have academic need, according to federal guidelines

Program Services

• Academic/career/personal advising
• Academic tutoring
• Financial-aid advising and assistance
• Financial and economic literacy
• Peer mentorship
• Assistance with university transfer process
• Campus tours
• Cultural enrichment activities
• Workshops
• Academic resources (textbooks, test prep, health model, etc)

How to Join

If you are interested in participating in the program, please email triosss@fscj.edu or call 904-766-6560 for more information. 

Office Hours of Operation

• Monday-Thursday: 8 a.m.– 5 p.m.
• Friday: Remote

Office locations are at FSCJ North Campus, Building D-316 and Advanced Technology Center (ATC) 230G 

Staff Contact Information:

Cherry Stallworth
Director of Program Development
(904) 713-4530

Clarissa Barclay
Student Success Advisor II
(904) 766-6508

Vacant
Student Success Advisor II

If you have any questions or concerns, please contact us at (904) 766-6560 or by email.

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