TRiO Talent Search Program
The TRiO Talent Search program helps middle and high school students plan and prepare for college. Sponsored by WSU Vancouver and funded through the U.S. Department of Education, the program provides free academic support and career counseling for low income and first-generation students at partnering Vancouver-area schools.
Our staff organizes presentations, workshops, and activities to support and encourage students to graduate from high school and reach their college and career-related goals.
Contact the team at 360-546-9779 or van.trio@wsu.edu
Free services:
- Advising to help students choose the right classes for college
- Tutoring in high school subjects (such as Math or English)
- SAT and ACT test preparation
- Help with college applications and the admissions process
- Support with scholarship applications and financial aid forms
- College tours and cultural field trips throughout Washington
- College exploration (advice about majors, dual enrollment)
- Career planning and advice
- Workshops about time management, decision-making, and study skills
Benefits of completing the program:
- Earn a competitive GPA
- Achieve college-ready ACT and SAT test scores
- Graduate from high-school on-time
- Enter college after high-school graduation
- Graduate with an associate’s or bachelor’s degree six years after graduation
You may qualify if you:
- Attend one of the following schools: Fort Vancouver High School, Hudson’s Bay High School, Discovery Middle School or McLoughlin Middle School
- Are between the ages of 13 and 19
- Agree to participate in program activities until high school graduation
- Demonstrate academic need and show an interest in attending college
- Identify as a low-income or first-generation student (parent(s) do not have a bachelor’s degree)
Online application
Students and parents/guardians will need to upload a digital signature
Paper application
Students and parents/guardians will have to sign the form.
Return the application to your high school’s career office or mail it to the following address:
TRiO Talent SearchWashington State University Vancouver
14204 NE Salmon Creek Avenue
Vancouver, WA 98686