TRiO - The Federal TRIO Programs are educational opportunity outreach programs designed to motivate and support students from disadvantaged backgrounds. TRIO includes six outreach and support programs targeted to serve and assist low-income, first-generation college students, and students with disabilities to progress through the academic pipeline from middle school to post baccalaureate programs. - The amount paid for enrollment. Tuition does not include the cost of books, fees, or Tuition room and board. Tuition charges vary from college to college and are dependent on such factors as resident or out-of-state status, level of classes enrolled in (lower, upper or graduate division), and whether the institution is publicly or privately financed. Tutor - A tutor is a person, generally another student, who has completed and/or demonstrated proficiency in a course or subject, and is able to provide instruction to another student. Tutors usually help students better understand course material and make better grades. Unsubsidized Student Loans Loans on which the students charged interest while enrolled are – in school and during deferment periods. WACC The Washington State branch of Campus Compact. WACC directs and administers – the Retention Project. Work Study Employment A part-time job may be provided to students who need income to – help meet educational costs. Typically 5 15 hours per week during the academic year. – Community service work and work related to the student’s major are encouraged. Wages will be at least the federal minimum wage. Students are automatically considered by filing the FAFSA.
TRiO - The Federal TRIO Programs are educational opportunity outreach programs designed to motivate and support students from disadvantaged backgrounds. TRIO includes six outreach and support programs targeted to serve and assist low-income, first-generation college students, and students with disabilities to progress through the academic pipeline from middle school to post baccalaureate programs. Tuition - The amount paid for enrollment. Tuition does not include the cost of books, fees, or room and board. Tuition charges vary from college to college and are dependent on such factors as resident or out-of-state status, level of classes enrolled in (lower, upper or graduate division), and whether the institution is publicly or privately financed. Tutor - A tutor is a person, generally another student, who has completed and/or demonstrated proficiency in a course or subject, and is able to provide instruction to another student. Tutors usually help students better understand course material and make better grades. Unsubsidized Student Loans – Loans on which the students are charged interest while enrolled in school and during deferment periods. WACC – The Washington State branch of Campus Compact. WACC directs and administers the Retention Project. Work Study Employment – A part-time job may be provided to students who need income to help meet educational costs. Typically 5 – 15 hours per week during the academic year. Community service work and work related to the student’s major are encouraged. Wages will be at least the federal minimum wage. Students are automatically considered by filing the FAFSA.
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