Extended Opportunity Program & Services (EOP&S)
The EOPS/CARE program will be accepting applications for the Fall 2013 semester from May 1st through May 24th, 2013. Interested students are encouraged to submit the application(s) to the EOPS main office located in SC-118.
The EOPS/CARE program extends a sincere and enthusiastic congratulations to our transfer students and graduates. We wish you a successful future.
The Extended Opportunity Program and Services (EOPS), offers financial assistance and academic support for obtaining a college education. EOPS is a California funded student support program designed specifically for students facing financial and educational challenges. The mission of EOPS is to provide financial and academic services to eligible students seeking a vocational certificate, associate degree or transfer opportunity to a traditional college or university.
The EOPS program has counselors, administrative support, a program director and other staff members, dedicated to the overall success of students coming from diverse cultural, social, educational and economic backgrounds. EOPS welcomes students from all stages of life and perspectives. The program is here to assist in the success of EOPS students.
EOPS has two offices. The Main Office is located in the Student Services Center, Room SC-118 and the EOPS Student Success Center, located across the breezeway from the Admissions and Records Office. For more information please call 408-270-6455.
Office Hours
Mon. Tues. & Thur.
8:00 AM – 5:00 PM
Wednesday
8:00 AM – 6:00 PM
Friday
8:00 AM – 1:00 PM
To be eligible for the EOPS Program you must:
- Be a California resident or AB540 as determined by the Evergreen Valley College Admissions and Records Office
- Qualify for the Board of Governors Fee Waiver, (BOGFW) Part A or B
- Have completed less than 70 units of college-degree applicable credits (including all prior college coursework)
- Enroll in a minimum of 12 course units per semester*
*Exceptions as approved by the Disabilities Support Program.
- Be Educationally Disadvantaged, as defined by the EOPS State guidelines.
Services Available:
- Priority Registration
- Grants/Book Vouchers
- Counseling Services
- Tutorial Services
- Scholarships
- Transfer Assistance to Colleges and Universities
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Graduation Cap/Gown
Cooperative Agencies Resources for Education (CARE) Program
Assistance for Single Parents
CARE is a California-funded program designed to help EOPS students who are single parents. In conjunction with the Santa Clara County Department of Social Services and other community agencies, the CARE program offers over and above services to single parents pursuing higher education.
The CARE Program provides students with grants, school supplies, transportation assistance, and food vouchers. These services are in addition to the services provided to EOPS students.
To be eligible for CARE services you must:
- Meet all EOPS requirements
- Be a parent and at least 18 years of age
- Be a single head of household
- Have at least one dependent child under the age of 14
- Be receiving Temporary Assistance for Needy Families (TANF) benefits
For more information please call 408-270-6455, or online at www.evc.edu/eops.
EOPS/CARE Staff and Contact Information:
| EOPS Director: Victor G. Garza, Ed.D. | victor.garza@evc.edu |
| Staff Assistant: Rebecca Gaetos | rebecca.gaetos@evc.edu |
| CARE Coordinator: Ann Vu | ann.vu@evc.edu |
| Eligibility Specialist: Lan Mai | Lan.Mai@evc.edu |
| Counselor: Charlie Kahn-Lomax | charlie.kahnlomax@evc.edu |
| Counselor: Hue Le | hue.le@evc.edu |
| Outreach Specialist: Rosa Pereida | rosa.pereida@evc.edu |