Trellis is an annual survey of student financial stability. In addition to evaluating student financial wellness, it explores explore the connection between student finances and academic success.

The NC SSC facilitates the Trellis survey and provides support to colleges that participate. There is no cost to the NC SSC or the colleges.

Each college receives data about its students’ financial health as well as recommendations for steps they can take — such as establishing a food pantry — to better support their students.