Educational Opportunity Program

The Educational Opportunity Program (EOP) helps students who have the potential to succeed in college, but who have not achieved their higher education goals because of their economic and/or educational background.

EOP Mission Statement

The Educational Opportunity Program (EOP) serves as a primary vehicle for the CSU in increasing the access, academic excellence and retention of California’s historically underserved students (low income, first generation), thus working in the spirit and abiding by the legislative intent that originally established the program in 1969 and maintaining the innovation inherent in the program.

Educational Opportunity Program (EOP) is open and available to all who are interested to apply and/or participate, regardless of race, sex, color, ethnicity or national origin.

How does EOP help you achieve success?

1. ACCESS opportunities for historically underserved students (low income, first-generation) by making higher education a possibility for prospective students with the potential for academic excellence.
2. ADVOCACY and education to address the needs of EOP students.
3. TRANSITIONAL EXPERIENCE that will empower students to better manage and navigate the college experience.
4. SUPPORT SERVICES to facilitate student success.
5. EOP GRANTS to eligible students who should also receive the highest priority for financial aid resources available from the institution.

EOP Application Questions?

Connect with our Admissions & Retention Advisor for personalized assistance. Click on this link for application assistance resources or to schedule a time to meet and discuss any questions you may have about your current or future application.