EOPS/CARE

Guiding Students Towards a Successful College Path!

Extended Opportunity Programs and Services (EOPS) is a state-funded program designed to provide academic support services to low income and educationally disadvantaged students.

EOPS is composed of a group of professionals ready to assist you with the resolution of both academic and personal issues. Our staff is set up to understand the problems of our culturally diverse population and strives to meet student needs that are as diverse as our student population.

Also under the umbrella of EOPS are two other programs that provide services to EOPS students. The CARE (Cooperative Agency Resources for Education) Program for single parents is specifically designed to provide support services and assist with the resolution of issues that are particular to this population. The Foster Youth Program has two counselors that provide support services specifically designed to assist with the problems and issues specific to this population.

Services 

1. Frequent Individual Counseling

EOPS counselors are always there when you need help. Starting college is exciting, but may also be confusing and stressful, having adequate support and resources can help you meet your goals.

2. Individualized Tutoring

EOPS students are eligible for one-to-one tutoring at no cost. College classes are more difficult than those in high school. Students sometimes feel overwhelmed and individual tutoring makes the difference.

3. Priority Registration

EOPS students enjoy the benefits of priority registration.

4. Educational Planning

EOPS counselors are trained to provide career information and plan your classes whether your goal is vocational or your plan is to transfer to a four-year institution.

5. Financial Assistance

EOPS students may be eligible for Book Grants to help defray the costs of textbooks and school supplies in addition to Transportation Services such as IVC parking permits or bus passes for qualifying students.

6. Personal Attention

An EOPS student is assigned to one counselor who becomes familiar with the student, their individual needs, and their goals. EOPS counselors are always readily available to assist their EOPS students.

Eligibility

In order to be considered for participation in the EOPS Program, there are a number of eligibility requirements a student must meet.

They are as follows:

• Be a California resident
• Must be enrolled in minimum of 12 units(unless approved by Program Coordinator)
• Must not have completed over 70 degree applicable units
• Qualify for Financial Aid (CA Promise Fee Waiver)
• Must meet one of the following criteria:
  • 1st generation college student
  • English Language Learner/Emergent Bilingual Household
  • Special Population- Former Foster Youth, Housing Insecure, Justice-Impacted
  • Currently or previously enrolled in developmental courses
  • Did not graduate high or earned GED

If none of the above are met the EOPS/CARE Coordinator may take other relevant criteria into consideration to determine eligibility for the Program as outlined in Title V of the California Education Code.

Appointments

Summer 2020 Deadline

• 1st and only contact: July 30th

Summer Walk-In Schedule:

To schedule an appointment and/or request walk-in services, please contact our Program Office:

760.355-5727 or 760.355-6511