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How to Apply

To apply to the SSS TRIO Program, you must submit a completed Application Package. The following documents form the Application Package:



1. Completed Application Form (Click here for copy of form)


2. Income Verification (One of the following)

a. Signed copy of your federal income tax form 1040 if you are an independent and/or a Veteran Affairs recipient under the age of 24.


b. Signed copy of your parent's/spouse's (or other person who claims you) federal tax form 1040 if you are a dependent and/or under the age of 24.


c. If student/parents did not file income taxes, you must submit an Income Verification Form [ Dependent-Independent] (also available in TRIO-SSS office) completed and signed along with supporting documentation from EDD/Social Security/Social Services for unemployment, off/on disability, AFDC, etc.

 3. Copy of Social Security Card


4. Proof of Citizenship/Legal Residence

a. If you checked “Permanent Resident” - submit a copy of your resident/alien card


b. If you checked “Other”- submit copies of your supporting documentation


5. Proof of Disability

In order to obtain proof of disability, please contact the Office of Disabilities Services (ODS) at 973-684-6395, ods@pccc.edu, or stop by Academic Hall Room 202A on the Paterson Main Campus.

Please mail your completed Application Package to:

PASSAIC COUNTY COMMUNITY COLLEGE
ONE COLLEGE BOULEVARD 
Paterson, NJ. 07505

ATTN: TRIO / Student Support Services

For more information:

Phone (973) 684-6334
Fax (973) 684-5843
E-mail: sss@pccc.edu
Website: pccc.edu/ssstrio