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Advantage-TRIO Program Application

Thank you for applying to the Advantage-TRIO Program at Reading Area Community College! 

Please note that the Advantage-TRIO Program is federally-funded by the TRIO Student Support Services grant. Only United States citizens and permanent legal residents will be considered for membership.

Identifying Information
First Name *
Middle Name
Last Name *
RACC Student ID # *
Email Address (Please use your RACC student email address) *
Gender Identification *
Date of Birth *
Primary Phone Number *
Secondary Phone Number
Street Address *
P.O. Box # or Apt. #
City *
Local State *
Zip Code

 Demographic Information

Race

Select Yes or No for each item below. 
American Indian or Alaskan Native *
Asian *
Black or African American *
Hawaiian or other Native to Pacific Island *
White *

Ethnicity
Hispanic/Latino *

Citizenship and Veteran Status
Are you a U.S. Citizen or a permanent legal resident? *proof of residency may be required. *
Are you a Veteran? *

Other Information
If you received a high school diploma or GED, what year did you receive it? *
Have you previously earned a Bachelors or Associates degree? *
Did you reside with or receive support from a parent or guardian who received a four-year degree from a college or university in the United States?
Do you have a physical, psychological, or learning disability; or have you met with/plan to meet with Accessibility Services? *
Are you a member of any other programs at RACC? If not, please put "N/A" *
How did you hear about the Advantage-TRIO Program? *
If you were referred by a RACC student, please note their name here. If not, please put "N/A" *

Public Relations Statement

By agreeing and e-signing below, you consent to and acknowledge that Reading Area Community College (RACC) has the unlimited right, at any time in the future, to use your name, written quotes, photographs and/or videotape/audiotape in which you appear for educational, public relations, advertising and any other type of promotional purpose without any compensation to me. You understand and agree that RACC’s use of these materials in the public domain may include, but not be limited to, billboards, print ads, TV commercials, web page and other types of promotional use.

If you wish to opt out of having your name, written quotes, photographs and/or videotape/audiotape in which you appear used by the Reading Area Community College and the Advantage-TRIO program, contact Advantage Program Director Deanna Vokes at dvokes@racc.edu or (610)-372-4721, ext. 5074.

Student Rights and Responsibilities

As an Advantage-TRIO student, you are eligible for (based on availability and budget funds):

  • Advising by an Advantage-TRIO staff member to create goals and track progress.
  • Academic, transfer, career, and financial planning as needed.
  • Participation in educational, cultural, and transfer trips to four-year colleges.
  • Info on Advantage-TRIO Scholarship and other scholarships (not all Advantage students are eligible for scholarships).

As an Advantage student, you have the responsibility to:

  • Complete your associates or certificate program within four (4) years of joining the Advantage-TRIO Program.
  • Meet with an Advantage-TRIO Advisor at least once per semester or more often depending on the individualized plan for the student.
  • Consistently and promptly respond to Advantage-TRIO staff communications. Regularly check your RACC email account.
  • Attend tutoring as recommended and needed by faculty and your Advantage Program Advisor. 
  • Attend at least one Advantage-TRIO Program workshop or event per semester.
  • Demonstrate effort in your courses by regularly attending class, completing assignments, and seeking your Advantage Program Advisor.
  • Work with your Advantage Program Advisor to maintain a 2.0 GPA or greater.  
  • Abide by all RACC policies, rules, and procedures.
Please provide your ESignature to complete your application! *
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I agree to the terms included.