Extended Opportunity Programs & Services — EOPS — provides supplemental resources
to help low-income and educationally disadvantaged students succeed in college . Learn
about eligibility requirements and apply for support.
If financial burdens or educational challenges are complicating your college career,
you’re not alone. Each year EOPS serves more than 800 MPC students, providing essential
resources and support, such as priority registration, laptop loans and access to free
counseling.
To get started, fill out the EOPS application form and learn more about the intake
process.
EOPS students can register for classes early – boosting chances of finding classes that
meet scheduling needs. They can also access resources that go above and beyond existing student support services offered at MPC, including:
EOPS students have a dedicated team of counselors to help define educational goals
and provide support for college success. Click the link to learn more about this free
service.
If you’re a parent who is eligible for EOPS, additional support may be available through
the regional CARE program or CalWORKS from the state.
Frequently Asked Questions
EOPS support begins when a student is first determined to be EOPS eligible. If there
is a break in attendance, the student is considered new to EOPS and must re-qualify
for eligibility.
Students are eligible for EOPS services until they reach 70 units and/or six consecutive
semester limits (whichever comes first).
If you are in EOPS and qualified for financial aid during the previous semester you
can continue to receive EOPS benefits.
Continuing students do not have to be enrolled in 12 units. New EOPS students are
required to be full time (12 units). Students in Supportive Services (Access Resource
Center) have different full time requirements.
You must speak with your EOPS counselor and explain the circumstances in order to
determine whether or not you would be eligible for continued EOPS services.
