Extended Opportunity Programs & Services (EOPS)

Manzanita 18-3    209-588-5130

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Extended Opportunity Programs and Services (EOPS) is a state-funded program that targets community college students with financial and academic disadvantages and provides extra financial and academic support to promote student success in higher education.

The primary function of EOPS is to recruit, retain, and transition economically and educationally challenged students. Apply for EOPS by printing out the EOPS Application Form and the BOG_Application, fill them out and return to the EOPS Office or the Financial Aid Office.

Student Success Skills Assessment

EOPS counselors will assess EOPS student readiness for academic success. Assessments will be used to make appropriate referrals to resources.

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What services does EOPS provide?

Qualified EOPS students receive financial services:

• Textbook assistance

• Parking permit

• Cash grants

• Fee waivers for CSU/UC application fees

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Qualified EOPS students receive academic services:

• Academic, career/employment, and personal counseling

• Individualized educational plan

• Assistance scheduling courses for upcoming semester

• Priority registration

• Academic monitoring / intervention strategies

• Referrals to campus / community resources

• Academic / career workshops

• Transfer services

• Recommendation letters

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What are the EOPS student responsibilities in order to remain in good standing?

• An EOPS student must meet with an EOPS counselor three times during each semester.

• An updated Educational Plan must be on file with EOPS.

• Additional student requirements are stated in the EOPS Handbook.

For additional information please contact the Columbia College

EOPS office, Manzanita 18-3 or call (209) 589-5130.

 

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Page last updated 07/16/2008

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