How to Apply

EOPS New Student Checklist

Apply to EOPS

Complete the EOPS Application online form. The application deadline is Friday, February 4, 2022. We encourage you to complete the application prior to start of classes.

APPLY

Financial Aid

Apply for FAFSA or DREAM 2021/2022 application

EOPS Eligibility

Requirements

Be a California resident or AB540 student
Enrolled in 12 units or more for fall
- (exemptions for students with a verified disability)
Have completed fewer than 70 semester degree applicable units
Qualify for the California College Promise Grant (CCPG) Part A or B (formerly known as the BOG Fee Waiver)
Be educationally disadvantaged as defined by the EOPS state guidelines (students must satisfy ONE of following criteria):
- Not qualified for enrollment in minimum level English or Math applicable to Associate Degree
- Did not graduate from high school or obtain GED
- Graduated from high school with a GPA 2.5 or lower on a 4.0 scale
- Previously enrolled in remedial education
- First in family to graduate College
- Primary language spoken in home is not English
- Emancipated foster care youth

Other Student Support Programs and Services

If you are a single parent and eligible for EOPS, you may qualify for additional benefits and services through the Cooperative Agencies Resources for Education (CARE).
If you are a current or former foster youth, you may qualify for Foster Youth Services.
If your family is on public assistance, you may qualify for CalWORKS.
If you or your family receives CalFresh benefits (Food Stamps) you may be eligible for Fresh Success.