Lakeshore College awarded $1.3 million federal grant
Federal grant intends to boost student retention and graduation at the rural college
CLEVELAND — The United States Department of Education has awarded Lakeshore College a federal TRIO Student Support Services grant.
The $1.36 million grant will help to improve college retention and graduation rates among low-income students, first-generation students, and students with disabilities. Lakeshore College will receive $272,364 annually for the next five years.
This award marks the continuation of 15 years of TRIO services on the rural college campus. Since 2010, the program has served over 1,000 students, helping them stay in college, earn degrees, and build meaningful careers.
“This grant allows Lakeshore College to continue to provide critical targeted, holistic support for low-income and first-generation students as well as students with disabilities,” said Dr. Paul Carlsen, President of Lakeshore College. “The staff members and efforts supported by this funding can be the difference to help our students stay on track, reach their goals and change their lives.”
Through individualized services including academic tutoring, financial aid, career exploration, and mentoring, TRIO empowers students to overcome barriers to success. These comprehensive supports make it significantly more likely that students will complete their degree or successfully transfer to a four-year university, with the lowest possible debt.
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