TRiO Programs
Each year, Austin Peay State University’s TRiO programs assist
almost 2,000 high school students, adults and veterans in their
academic pursuits. Receiving almost $1.5 million in annual funding
from the U.S. Department of Education, TRiO offers support to
low-income, first-generation and adult students through five
programs: High School Upward Bound, Veterans Upward Bound,
Tri-County Upward Bound, Student Support Services and the
Educational Opportunity Center.
High School Upward Bound serves Montgomery County students planning to
enroll at a four-year college or university by offering tutoring, testing,
counseling and cultural enrichment activities.
Tri-County Upward Bound provides the same services to students in
Cheatham, Houston and Stewart counties.
Veterans Upward Bound provides refresher courses for college-bound
veterans as they prepare to take the GED or enroll in a college or technical
school.
Student Support Services provides academic and personal support for APSU
students, along with exposure to cultural events.
The Educational Opportunity Center assists adults pursuing post-secondary
education or technical training.
