Welcome to EOPS
The Extended Opportunity Programs and Services (EOPS) is a state-funded program designed to provide financial assistance, support, and encouragement for eligible low-income students. To apply fill out the application below and return it to the EOPS office via email eopsdept@hancockcollege.edu Once your EOPS application has been processed the EOPS office will send an e-mail to your myHancock e-mail account notifying you of your eligibility status. Your application will not be processed until all required documents are received.
Who qualifies for EOPS?
To qualify, a student must:
- Be a California resident
- Qualify for the California College Promise Grant Fee Waiver (CCPG-FW A/B)
- Be enrolled full time (12 units or more)
- Have completed less than 70 degree applicable units from an accredited college
- Be educationally disadvantaged as determined by the EOPS criteria
What are the benefits of EOPS?
- Academic counseling
- Book service/vouchers
- Career and transfer planning
- Computer lab with free printing
- Day one priority registration
- Financial aid assistance and guidance
- Grants for books and other educational expenses
- Laptop/calculator loaner program
- Peer mentor support
- Recognition banquet
- School planner
- School supplies
- Specialized workshops
- Targeted outreach and recruitment
- Tutoring
- University application fee waivers
- University and cultural field trips
