TRIO Talent Search is a federally funded program that assists adults of ages 19 and above and U.S. veterans to enroll in and complete a post-secondary education program. All services are provided free of charge to participants who meet the eligibility requirements.
The Central, AR – TTS serves attendees of Cloverdale Middle School, Hall High School, eStem East Village Junior High School, Little Rock Central High School, Mabelvale Middle School, Southwest High School.
Interested in our program? Come by our office at 5820 Asher Ave, Suite 800 Little Rock, AR 72204
Office Hours: Monday through Friday, 8 a.m. – 5 p.m.
Eligibility
- United States citizen or permanent resident status
- 7th – 12th graders at participating schools
- Must meet federal guidelines to demonstrate financial need
- Students who first-generation college bound (neither parent has a 4-year college degree)
- Express a desire to enroll in a post-secondary education program
Our Services
We are happy to help you pursue a post-secondary education program. We also provide various other services.
Academic Assistance
- Online tutoring access
- Study skills workshops
- Motivational and team building workshops
- Course selection and academic advising
Career Exploration
College enrollment counseling
- ACT preparation resources
- Accuplacer testing
- College tours and cultural field trips
- College application assistance
Financial Aid Counseling
- FAFSA assistance (federal student aid)
- Arkansas scholarship applications
- Other scholarship information and assistance
