TRIO Student Support Services Veterans (SSSV)
The TRIO Student Support Services Veterans (SSSV) program at Fayetteville State University is a federally funded initiative through the U.S. Department of Education that provides personalized academic, personal, and career support to military veterans.
Our mission is to increase retention and graduation rates among veteran students and to facilitate a seamless transition from military service or associate degree programs to bachelor’s degree completion.
Why Choose TRIO SSS Veterans at FSU?
- Dedicated staff who understand veteran experiences
- Support that extends beyond the classroom
- Academic, personal, and career services all in one place
- Hybrid support options (in person and online)
Services Provided
- Campus Advocacy
- One-on-one academic coaching and goal assistance
- Academic development skills training
- Real World Career and Major exploration
- Patriotic and meaningful learning opportunities
- Graduate School Exploration & Campus Tours
- Financial Aid, VA Benefits, Loan Guidance and Scholarship Access Assistance
- Financial Education (e.g. Budgeting, Cost planning, Investing, Financial Management)
- Online and Virtual Support (Assistance, tutoring)
- Exclusive Computer Lab and Learning Lab for TRIO SSS participants
Eligibility Requirements
- A Military Veteran (Holding a DD-214)
- Current undergraduate student seeking first degree
- A first-generation college student (underrepresented)
- A financially limited college student (under-resourced) Federal TRIO Programs Current-Year Low-Income Levels | U.S. Department of Education
- A student with a documented disability
Funding Statement
The Fayetteville State University TRIO Student Support Service Veterans Program is funded from 2025-2030 entirely from the U.S. Department of Education in the amount of $272,364 annually.