The EOPS program’s primary goal is to encourage the enrollment, retention and transfer of students disadvantaged by language, social, economic and educational circumstances, and to facilitate the successful completion of their goals and objectives in college.

EOPS provides students with support services that includes counseling, Student Educational Plan (SEP), program review requirements, referrals, and financial assistance (contingent on the availability of EOPS funds), EOPS Lab, EOPS Library, and other student success assistance. Our EOPS students will receive focused assistance related to their academic planning and career goals.

Under EOPS, there are additional programs to provide additional support to your academic success. Please note there is one application for EOPS, CARE, and NextUp. Please see the summary of eligibility requirements below.

EOPS

· CA Resident

· Enrolled in 12 units

· Completed less than 48 degree-applicable units

· Qualify for CCPG Fee Waiver A, B, or C (if EFC=0)

· Educationally disadvantaged as determined by Title V criteria

CARE

· Eligible and admitted into EOPS

· At least 18 years old

· Single parent or head-of-household

· Receiving CalWORKs / TANF cash aid for self-and/or dependent child

NextUp

· CA Resident

· Verified foster care placement on or after 13th birthday

· Less than 26 years old at the start of the academic year (Fall + Spring) or previous enrollment in NextUp

· Enrolled in 9 units at Solano Community College or Have a student education plan that list 9 units in the future

· Financial Aid application on file