Overview
The David T. Kearns Center’s college programs focus on supporting undergraduate students in achieving their academic goals. The college programs consist of three programs, two of which are federally funded by the Department of Education (DOE):
- TRIO Ronald E. McNair Post-Baccalaureate Achievement Program: Aims to increase the number of income-eligible, first-generation, and underrepresented minority college students pursuing PhD degrees.
- TRIO Student Support Services (SSS): Provides support for first-generation and income-eligible college students as they work toward completing their undergraduate degrees.
- Kearns Scholars Program: Offers dedicated support for first-generation college students at the University of Rochester.
All three programs offer students’ various resources including academic coaching/advising, graduate school preparation, and financial award opportunities. Each program has their own unique areas of support including specific services, different eligibility requirements, and different application deadlines.
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Find Our Office
The Kearns Center is located on the fourth floor of Dewey Hall. The main space of the Kearns Center is called the living room, a space where students can hang out, share a meal together, study or work on a project.
Contact Our Team
To make an appointment or to contact a member of the team, visit our staff page.
Find Us On Social
To stay up to date on what is happening at the Kearns Center, follow our Instagram page @kearnscollegeprograms.
