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What is EOPS?

The Extended Opportunity Programs and Services (EOPS) is a state-funded program designed to provide financial assistance, support and encouragement for eligible low-income students.

What Can EOPS Do for Me?

The following services are available to eligible students:

• Book Grants
• Cash Grants
• Registration Assistance
• Peer Advising
• Career, Academic and Personal Counseling
• Workshops
• Annual Social Activities
• Network with Four-Year Institutions
• Assistance with completing financial aid applications

Who Qualifies for EOPS?

To qualify, a student must:

• Be a California Resident
• Qualify for the Board of Governors’ Fee Waiver (BOG-FW A/B)
• Be enrolled full time (12 units or more)
• Have completed less than 70 units of college credit courses
• Be educationally disadvantaged, as determined by the EOPS criteria

Criteria for Determining Eligibility for BOG-FW 2012-2013 is:

Number in Household	Total Family income
1 2 3 4 5	$16,335 $22,065 $27,795 $33,525 $39,255

For each additional household member add: $5,730

How do I Apply for EOPS?

1. Click HERE for Application OR come to the EOPS office in Bldg. A for an application
2. Complete the Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA) by going online to www.fafsa.ed/gov

How Do I Know Whether I’m Eligible for EOPS?

Once your EOPS application has been processed the EOPS office will send an e-mail to your myHancock e-mail account notifying you of your eligibility status. Your application will not be processed until all required documents are received. 

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