TRIO programs are Federally-funded initiatives to help support low-income and first generation college students enter college, graduate and move on to participate more fully in America's economic and social life. Over 1,200 colleges, universities, community colleges and agencies now offer TRIO Programs in America. TRIO funds are distributed to institutions through competitive grants.

Educational Talent Search Programs: Serve Appalachian youth in Cabell, Lincoln, Putnam and Wayne Counties. Marshall University sponsors two Talent Search programs:

Heart of Appalachia Talent Search Program

Empowering Appalachia Talent Search Program

Educational Opportunity Center: Provides services to encourage adults interested in completing their education.

Upward Bound Program: Provides tutoring and a summer program for West Virginia high school students in Cabell, Wayne, and Mingo Counties.

Student Support Services: Helps Marshall students improve their reading, learning, and study skills.

Marshall University TRIO Programs

Helping low-income and first-generation college students with admissions, financial aid, career counseling, tutoring and other support services