Indiana TRIO

09/30/2026

Net tuition revenue in the Midwest accounts for 48% of public higher education funding, compared to 31% in the West, 41% in the Northeast, and 38% in both the South and nationally. This reliance shifts a greater share of college costs to students and families, contributing to higher “student share” costs and unmet financial need. This share is particularly high in Indiana (63%)…

The Midwest Spotlight compares the Great Lakes states to identify the scope of unmet financial need for students in the region and to explore how policy changes could help put public postsecondary education within reach.

09/29/2026

The Education Department received more than 5,500 public comments on rule changes that would allow the secretary to, among many other things, ax awards simply “for convenience.”

09/24/2026

JUST IN 📣 Federal Student Aid (FSA) has announced that the 2027-28 is now available for all students and contributors: https://ow.ly/UCqM50ZQywF

09/23/2026

🆘 Every other TRIO program has now received its FY26 continuation award, except McNair. McNair grantees' current budget year ends in just one week, on September 30, 2026, and continued funding is at risk if the Department of Education does not act soon. 🔜

The Council for Opportunity in Education is calling on the TRIO community to mobilize today for a Day of Action. ‼️ Please call or email your Members of Congress and urge them to press the Secretary of Education to issue the grant continuation award notices for the TRIO McNair program immediately. 📧 See an email from COE with phone or email scripts.

09/22/2026

https://todaysstudents.org/students-speak-out/

CALLING ALL STUDENTS: SIGN UP AND SPEAK OUT! LINK IN BIO!

During the week of September 28 - October 2, TSC’s national action days will call on students to unite and speak out at their state capitols in 10 states across the country. Building in the momentum we witness at our annual DC Student Summit, we want students to take to their statehouses, meet directly with lawmakers, share stories, and press for policies that strengthen access to higher education.

09/21/2026

The National TRIO Alumni Association proudly celebrates the 2026 National TRIO Achievers, honored during the Council for Opportunity in Education - COE's Annual Conference in San Diego.

Congratulations to this year’s distinguished honorees:

Ken Blair | TRIO Talent Search, University of Georgia
Edgar Corona | TRIO Upward Bound, Harvey Mudd College
Tony Dixon | TRIO Upward Bound, Stillman College
Stefanie Santos McLeese | TRIO Upward Bound, Tarleton State University
Laura Ashley Thomas | TRIO Student Support Services, University of South Carolina-Columbia

Their accomplishments stand as a testament to the enduring legacy of TRIO and to what is possible when access, opportunity, and support are provided to students.

See more photos from the celebration: https://www.flickr.com/photos/councilforopportunityineducation/albums/72177720335711969/

09/21/2026

College Application Week 2026 has arrived! All Indiana seniors are encouraged to take advantage of this opportunity to prepare and submit their college applications to the participating institutions for FREE. To see which institutions are participating and for even more guidance on choosing the right college and applying, visit LearnMoreIndiana.org/collegego.

09/18/2026

Happy Day, Indiana!

NEXT FRIDAY is Day! Join us in sharing the great reasons students should pursue further education and training after high school. Use the printouts from LearnMoreIndiana.org/collegego and share your “why” on social media with the hashtag . Don't forget to tag us in your posts!

09/18/2026

Duel Role. TRIO SSS / Pathways to USI (Summer Bridge Program) Director Role. Evansville, Indiana.

Title: Director of College Access Programs Division: Student Affairs Department: Student Affairs FLSA Status: Exempt Salary Range: $70,000 - $74,000/Annual Salary EEO Job Group: 2 E2 Position Summary This is a grant funded position through August 31, 2030. The Director of College Access Programs pro...