What is EOP?
The Educational Opportunity Program (EOP) is designed to improve access and retention of historically low-income and educationally disadvantaged students. EOP students have the potential and demonstrated motivation to perform satisfactorily at a CSU, but they have not been able to realize their fullest potential because of their economic or educational background. The program provides admission and academic assistance to EOP-eligible undergraduate students. In many cases, the program offers financial assistance to eligible students. Campuses tailor their programs to accommodate the needs of their student population.
Applicants must:
Demonstrate on the EOP application academic potential and motivation
Demonstrate on the EOP application and CSU admission documents a need for EOP services
Be a California state resident or an AB540 student
Meet EOP income criteria
Be historically low-income