Student Support Services is a Federally funded program dedicated to helping 180 Napa Valley College students. The grant serves income-eligible, first-generation students, and individuals with disabilities according to ratios and guidelines set by the federal government. Students must show intent to complete either a degree or certificate program, or transfer to a four-year institution. Eligible students who are committed to their college education and willing to participate will be offered enriched services designed to help them meet their educational goals.
Services Provided:
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Counseling
Academic and Supportive Counseling; early assistance for registration; follow up on mid-semester evaluation reports. |
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Social and Cultural Activities
Participation in theatre, multicultural, and academic events. |
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College Transfer Assistance
Individual planning for admission, application, and transition to four year colleges and universities. |
Financial Aid
Assistance with filling out the FAFSA application. Help with scholarship searches and applications. |
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Workshops
Workshops are offered through the COUN 97 course that all new students are required to take. |
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Tutoring
Academic Mentors are available in a wide variety of subjects
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What are the eligibility requirements?
The grant requires that applicants must meet the following criteria set by the U.S. Department of Education:
Be a United States Citizen or Permanent Resident
Be within Federal Income guidelines and/or
Neither parent has graduated from a four-year college
Candidates must also:
Provide required income and residency verification
Sign an agreement to participate fully in the program
How to Apply
If you are a student or if you are an instructor/counselor who identifies a student whom you believe may benefit from our services, please call us at 259-8016. We will screen for Federal guidelines to determine eligibility. Applications are available at the SSS Building 3300 (South Campus), Financial Aid/EOPS Office, the Faculty Secretary's Office, Admissions & Records, Diagnostic Learning Services, and the Counseling Center.
To print an application click SSS Application PDF
(Must have Adobe Acrobat Reader.) You can now type your information on the application but the form will not save. Must complete and print it in one sitting.