Attending college can be one of the most rewarding and challenging things you can do in your life. The Program for Academic Advancement, a federally-funded TRIO program, can provide you with the help, guidance and support you need to succeed at Fort Lewis College.

The Program for Academic Advancement (PAA) is a TRIO program (Student Support Services) funded by a grant from the U.S. Department of Education. PAA provides individualized academic and personal support services to eligible students who want to make the most of their education. The purpose of PAA is to help its participants succeed at Fort Lewis College and graduate. All PAA services are free.

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TRIO programs have been a part of our nation's commitment to providing educational opportunity for all Americans regardless of race, ethnic background, or economic circumstance since 1965.

About Student Support Services (SSS)

About TRIO and COE (Council for Opportunity in Education)

About ASPIRE, TRIO's Region VIII Program

The Program for Academic Advancement is located in Juniper Hall, in front of Reed Library.
If you would like to contact us, our office phone number is (970) 247-7692 and the fax number is (970) 247-7689.

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