The Student Support Services Program (SSS) provides advising, academic assistance, mentoring and career-related services to qualified undergraduate students at DePaul. The program, which is funded by a grant from the US Department of Education, is part of a national network of TRIO programs designed to enhance the college experience and achievement of students from ‘first generation’ and low-income families. As such, it works closely with another TRIO initiative at DePaul, the McNair Scholars’ program, which helps prepare students for doctoral study and careers in college teaching.

SSS activities include:

• Advising
• Tutoring for Active SSS Students
• Financial Aid planning
• Peer and ASK mentoring
• Career planning
• Cultural programs and field trips

Application Procedure and Orientation

To apply, please complete and submit the SSS Online Application. After receiving your application, an SSS staff member will contact you to schedule a 30-minute meeting to discuss your achievements and goals and how SSS can help you complete your bachelor's degree program.

Office Location

Levan 110
2320 N. Kenmore Avenue
Chicago, IL 60614
Phone: (773) 325-4600
FAX: (773) 325-8684

Staff

Director Anita Rosso (773) 325-4601
Assistant Director/Advisor Samuel Perez (773) 325-4602
Associate Director Yared Tamene (773) 325-7731
Office Assistant Elizabeth Nahumck (773) 325-4045

Eligibility

• Eligible to receive federal student financial assistance
• Admitted to a baccalaureate degree program at DePaul
• Demonstrate a need for academic or other support

In addition, SSS participants must meet at least one of the following three requirements:

1. Be low income as defined by the U.S. Department of Education
2. Be from a family from which neither parent has a bachelor’s degree.
3. Have a documented physical or learning disability.

There are a limited number of spaces for this program. Applicants will be selected if they meet the above criteria and demonstrate a commitment to be an active participant.