Student Empowerment Center (SEC)
We understand. There's a lot that goes into being a successful student. Challenges outside the classroom can impact your continued success. Don’t let coverage of your basic needs limit achieving your goals.
Whether encountering financial challenges, a housing gap or healthcare needs, our team at TCC’s Student Empowerment Center (SEC) is here to help.
Our SEC team acts as your advocate providing guidance on resources available, both at TCC and in the local community. We are here to offer support during difficult times.
Resources Available
Some of these resources include:
- Childcare
- Financial assistance and emergency funds
- Food
- Healthcare
- Housing
- Legal assistance
- Mental health and wellbeing
- Tax preparation (free)
- Technology
- Transportation
Eligibility
You must:
- Be a TCC student enrolled at one of our 6 campuses.
- Be enrolled in at least 3 credit hours and pursuing a degree or certificate.
- Not be on academic probation or suspension. (Services may be limited.)
Services are currently not available for dual credit and early college high school students.
How We Help
The SEC team serves as a connection to resources both inside TCC and in our local community. Our staff offers wraparound services, ensuring that students are seen as individuals and provided with the right resources at the right time.
- Complete a 5-question application to start the process.
- You’ll receive a call/email from the SEC team within 2 business days to tailor resources to your specific needs.
Explore On Your Own
While we recommend you connect with our staff and allow us to support your search, we know sometimes you want to jump right in. Follow these steps to explore community resources on your own.
- Create a profile in our Single Stop system.
- Connect your TCC credentials to Single Stop (This should take about 5-15 minutes.)
- Review services available near you.
Contact Us
We are here to help. You are not alone.
Updated June 13, 2024