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Academic Support Services

Start Here to Connect with Services and Resources

Don’t know where to start? Ask Student Assistance. Students can see their Student Success Team, Class Schedule, Campus Events, and more in the Student Portal. Students are encouraged to contact studentassistance@triton.edu if they have questions and are not sure who to ask. Members of the Student Assistance team will reply promptly and ensure students obtain the information they need to succeed.

Academic Coaching

Need help building studenting skills (time management, study skills, organization, and more)? The Division of Academic Success offers academic coaching sessions Mondays through Thursdays in the Library. To learn more or schedule an appointment, contact academiccoaching@triton.edu

Advising

The Academic Advising Department proactively supports and empowers students to develop and achieve their educational and career goals. Advisors are assigned based on a specific curriculum. Virtual/In-person appointments and virtual drop-in hours are available. Scheduling appointments with advisors can be done online.

Center for Access & Accommodative Services

The Center for Access and Accommodative Services (CAAS) offers Kurzweil (text to speech) and Otter.ai (speech to text) software to all faculty, staff, and enrolled students to enhance learning. They also provide academic accommodations for students who have a diagnosed medical condition and/or disability. Students are encouraged to visit the CAAS webpage for instructions on how to request accommodations. Accommodations are not retroactively approved. Students who identify as neurodivergent are encouraged to reach out to learn about available services and resources, including the S.E.E.D. (Skill Enhancement and Employee Development) program.

 

Comprehensive Student Support

Retention Specialists

Retention Specialists provide personal and academic support to students to help them succeed at Triton and beyond. They can assist in areas such as time management, study skills, goal setting, career exploration, academic planning, personal concerns, and more.

TRIO Student Support Services

TRIO Student Support Services provides academic and other support services to college students to increase retention and graduation rates, facilitate their transfer from two-year to four-year colleges, and foster an institutional climate supportive of success. They service students who are income-eligible, first-generation, and individuals with disabilities. Eligible students must work towards completing a certificate and/or their first associate degree.

TRIUMPH & SURGE

TRIUMPH & SURGE is a minority retention program designed to increase the number of minority students completing programs and degrees at Triton College. Staff provides academic support, one-on-one mentoring and coaching, career exploration and development, community service projects, and assistance transitioning to a four-year institution or workforce. Online application: Apply here

Counseling & Wellness Support Services

Triton College Counseling & Wellness Support Services offers mental health and wellness services. Current students can meet with counselors by appointment regarding various concerns, including managing stress, developing career goals, personal development, and understanding college policies. Counselors may refer students to the appropriate campus and/or community resources to best serve the student's needs. For an appointment, contact counsel@triton.edu or 708-456-0300, ext. 3588.

  • 24/7 assistance: : AllOne Health: Go to perspectivesltd.com/login and click on “Sign Up.” Then enter the Student Code (TRI004) and your @triton.edu email address. Call 800-456-6327, no account needed.
  • Website (including hours): https://www.triton.edu/students/counseling/
  • Email: counsel@triton.edu
  • Phone: 708-456-0300, Ext. 3588 

Health Services

The Health Services Department is staffed by experienced Registered Nurses who address the needs of our students, from physical assessment to health education and prevention to referrals and wellness. Services are free and confidential. Lactation rooms are located in B-161L and G-109.

Library

Students may borrow laptops, headsets, webcams, graphing calculators, chargers, and more. The Library provides access to textbooks, books, and online resources, including databases, journals, books, magazines, and streaming media. The Library has four large study rooms available to students, and the Silent Study Room is designed to accommodate students with various neurodiverse study needs. Students may use their Triton ID to check out materials and scan/print from several Library printers. Librarians are available for in-person or virtual research assistance.

Paying for College

Financial assistance in grants, loans, work on campus, or scholarships may be available. Whatever your financial status, Financial Aid staff can assist you in affording college.

Technology and Software Support

Staff in the Library provide in-person, phone, and online support for multi-factor authentication (MFA), all Online/Blackboard courses, the Student Portal, and Triton student email.

For more help, students can fill out the Online Help Center Form.

Transfer Support

The Transfer Center provides numerous services to guide students in the process of transferring from Triton College to a four-year institution for bachelor’s degree completion. In addition to accepting appointments with students, the center hosts workshops and sponsors events throughout the year, including university visits and events on campus.

Troy Safe Haven Program

Troy Safe Haven program includes: information on emergency housing, food and hygiene supplies, transportation, childcare referral, and emergency aid.

Tuition and Payments

Tuition, fees, and payment and refund schedules.

Website: https://triton.edu/admissions-aid/tuition 

Email: cashieroffice@triton.edu

Phone: (708) 456-0300, Ext. 3229 or 3113

Tutoring

The Academic Success Center provides free in-person, virtual drop-in, and appointment-based tutoring across subject areas. Visit their website to make an appointment or learn more. 24/7 tutoring is also available via Brainfuse, which is accessible through the Student Portal.