TRiO Educational Talent Search

Educational Talent Search at Tacoma Community College is committed to providing educational support services to first generation, low-income middle school and high school students in our target area. Program activities are designed to enhance educational success in secondary education and continuation and success in post-secondary education.

Download our program application here:

Program Application.pdf

Our services include:

• Academic Advising
• Career Exploration
• Tutoring
• College Orientation
• Comprehensive Needs Assessment and Learning Plan
• Financial Aid Assistance
• Scholarship Assistance
• College Application Assistance
• Cultural Activities
• Test Taking Skills Development
• SAT/ACT Prep
• ETS Club
• Family Activities
• Counseling

To be eligible, a student must be:

• Enrolled at Jason Lee Middle School, Foss High School,  or Stadium High School
• A US Citizen or Permanent Resident
• Meet the Qualifying criteria:
  • A potential first generation college student (neither custodial parent has received a 4 year college degree)
  • Be financially limited (according to Federal Standards)
  • Demonstrate potential and desire for success at post-secondary education

For additional information please contact us at:

Educational Talent Search
Tacoma Community College
6501 S 19th St, Bldg 8-6
Tacoma, WA 98466
Phone: 253.566.5110 or 253.460.4340
Fax: 253.566.5384
TalentSearch@tacomacc.edu

Proud Member of NASP (Northwest Association of Special Programs)