Pre-Collegiate Programs – TRIO

Pre-Collegiate Programs – TRIO is part of the Pre-Collegiate Programs at Sonoma State University. TRIO includes eight programs that serve and assist low-income individuals, first-generation college students, and individuals with disabilities to progress through the academic pipeline from middle school to post-baccalaureate programs. Pre-Collegiate Programs at Sonoma State is home to ten TRIO programs, including eight Upward Bound programs and two Talent Search programs.

• Schedule: Monday - Friday 8:00 am - 5:00 pm
• Price: Information not provided

TRIO programs are Federal outreach and student services programs designed to identify and provide services for individuals from disadvantaged backgrounds. Since 1964, TRIO programs have been helping first-generation, low-income students prepare for and successfully graduate from college. Pre-Collegiate Programs is part of the Division of Student Affairs at Sonoma State University and hosts a National TRIO Priority 5 Training program. Pre-Collegiate Programs serve over 2,000 students who attend partner schools in Sonoma, Lake, Mendocino and Napa counties, and the team aims to provide information and services to families in Sonoma State University’s local communities to prepare K-12 students for college success. The leadership team includes Carlos Gonzales, Executive Director of Pre-Collegiate Programs; Emily Cripe, Recruitment, Alumni, and Community Specialist; Seth Nuzum, Data Coordinator; and Eshawn Zuniga, Associate Director of Business Operations.

Last updated March 28, 2026.