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TRIO

Talent Search

FUNDED BY

26,400+

INDIVIDUALS REACHED

YEARS OF IMPACT

24

Talent Search is a federally funded college access program through the U.S. Department of Education as part of the Federal TRIO Programs. The program identifies and supports students who have the potential to succeed in higher education and connects them with the resources needed to achieve their goals.

Talent Search focuses on early intervention, helping students build a strong foundation for college and career success.

The program often begins working with students earlier than other TRIO programs to ensure sustained support throughout their academic journey.

Talent Search provides individualized, ongoing guidance to help students navigate the path to postsecondary education. Core services include:
- Academic advising and goal setting
- College and career exploration
- Assistance with high school course selection and graduation planning
- Financial aid awareness, including FAFSA support and scholarship guidance
- College application assistance
- Workshops on study skills, time management, and career readiness
Services are delivered through a combination of:
- Regular in-school advising and small group sessions
- One-on-one student meetings
- Workshops and family engagement opportunities
Talent Search primarily serves:
- Middle school and high school students (typically grades 6–12)
- First-generation college-bound students
- Students from limited-income households
The program often begins working with students earlier than other TRIO programs to ensure sustained support throughout their academic journey.
Talent Search is designed to increase college access and readiness. Students who participate are more likely to:
- Stay on track for high school graduation
- Increase awareness of college and career options
- Enroll in postsecondary education
- Successfully navigate the financial aid process

Our Approach at AIM

At AIM Institute, Talent Search is implemented with a focus on early engagement, individualized planning, and long-term student success.

AIM integrates college access services with exposure to high-demand career pathways, including technology, helping students connect their academic choices to future opportunities.