What is Student Support Services?

ALABAMA STATE UNIVERSITY’S Student Support Services (SSS) is a federally funded initiative established to increase the retention and graduation rates of eligible students. We accomplish this mission through assisting students with attaining their education goals in an institutional climate that is supportive and necessary for academic success.

What kind of services does SSS provide?

Student Support Services is required to offer the following FREE services to students who qualify:

• Academic Tutoring/Support
• Study Skills Instruction
• Career Planning/Exploration
• Financial/Economic Literacy
• Graduate/professional School Preparation
• Academic Advice/Assistance

What are the eligibility requirements?

The SSS program is available to undergraduate students who are U.S. citizens enrolled at Alabama State University at the time of application and have an academic need. You must also meet at least one or more of the following criteria: a) first generation student; b) income within federal guidelines; and c) have a documented disability.

Where is Student Support Services located?

ALABAMA STATE UNIVERSITY SSS OFFICE IS LOCATED AT:
McGhee Hall 109 ~ Montgomery, AL ~ 334.229.6026

I certify that the above information is true and correct to the best of my knowledge. I authorize Student Support to have access to my school records for program purposes and understand that information contained will be held in strict confidence.

The information gathered on this form is used to help determine your eligibility for services through Student Support Services grant and for determining the number of traditionally under-represented students we have on the campus. All information will remain confidential and be used only for these purpose.

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As a participant in the Alabama State University Student Support Services (SSS) Program, I am committed to my education. To gain the full benefits of the SSS Program, I will make a commitment to my academic goals and the assistance provided. I understand and will strive for 100% CLASS ATTENDANCE, 100% CLASS COMPLETION and A MINIMUM GRADE POINT AVERAGE OF 2.0. I also understand the Alabama State University SSS staff will review data from my application and interview to assist in assessing my academic and career planning needs. Therefore, all information used will be kept strictly at the highest level of confidentiality. I give the SSS staff permission to inquire about my class attendance, class work, tutoring sessions, and receive grade reports, and I give my instructors permission to release such information to SSS when requested. The SSS staff will assist me in achieving my academic goals only if I uphold my responsibilities in accordance with the Alabama State University Needs Assessment Form. Should I not meet the requirements and fulfill my academic goals, it may result in serious consequences regarding my continuation as a participant in the SSS program.

I authorize Student Support Services to gather information concerning all my academic progress (standardized test scores, grade point average, earned credit, transcripts, tutoring, etc.) and financial aid status prior to my participation in SSS. I understand that this information is used to help determine my eligibility for SSS and kept strictly confidential. I grant permission for SSS to gather information for follow up whenever appropriate, including, but not limited to, progress to graduate institutions. I am aware that my eligibility and financial aid status will be reported to the U.S. Department of Education in accordance with the grant funding regulations. I certify that the information provided on this application is true and complete to the best of my knowledge. I also agree to provide documentation upon request to verify the information reported.

I hereby authorize the use of my photographic image in any and all publications, such as the monthly newsletter, newspaper articles, social media (Facebook, Instagram, Snapchat, Twitter, Remind101, ASU Buzz) and campus-wide e-mail notices. I authorize Alabama State University to use my name, photo or information about me in promotion of the college through radio, television or other materials. I understand that my picture could come from a digital image such as my file or from photos taken on various field trips and social events.

I am aware that personal information provided to Student Support Services will be protected under the Federal Education Rights Privacy Act (FERPA) of 1974. No one will have access to the information unless they work with or for SSS, or are specifically authorized by me to see the information.