The Federal TRIO Programs (TRIO) are Federal outreach and student services programs designed to identify and provide services for individuals from disadvantaged backgrounds. TRIO includes eight programs targeted to serve and assist low-income individuals, first-generation college students, and individuals with disabilities to progress through the academic pipeline from middle school to post-baccalaureate programs.
Subject to appropriations, the Washington Student Achievement Council (WSAC) must administer the Washington Achievers Grant Program. The grant program shall provide state matching dollars to expand access for Washington resident students who are currently ineligible to participate in federally funded TRIO programs at public colleges and universities.
WSAC must establish a request for proposal process to supply matching grants to public colleges and universities for the purposes of expanding access.
To be eligible to participate in Washington Achiever programs, students must be: