Extended Opportunity Program & Services (EOP&S)

To be eligible, students must be:

• A California Resident or AB 540 (opens in new tab)
• Enrolled in at least 12 units (exempt with SAS referral (opens in new tab))
• Have fewer than 70 degree-applicable units in any combination of post-secondary higher education institutions
• Meet the California College Promise Income Guidelines (opens in new tab)
• Be educationally disadvantaged

• Complete the EOPS Orientation video (opens in new tab). This is a self-paced orientation.
• Mutual Responsibility Contract (MRC (opens in new tab)): After completing the orientation video, sign the MRC (opens in new tab). Once signed, we will contact you to schedule a counselor appointment.
• Complete an Educational Plan: Every new EOP&S student must complete a comprehensive educational plan. We will schedule you to meet with a counselor to complete this final step. This is typically a 1.5–2 hour appointment, so plan accordingly. If you are in another program and have already completed a plan, please send us a copy.

A student who has met the eligibility requirements shall remain eligible until the student has:

• Completed 70 degree-applicable credit units, or
• Completed six consecutive semester terms, or
• Failed to meet the terms, conditions, and follow-up provisions of the student education plan and/or the EOP&S Mutual Responsibility Contract.

For additional information, see Limitations on Eligibility (Section 56226) (opens in new tab).

Email us if you are an EOP&S student and need a copy of your educational plan. We will provide you with a copy within 24 hours. If your educational plan is older than one year, we encourage you to make an appointment with one of our counselors to update it. To make an appointment, please call 408-288-3788.

The mission of the San José City College EOP&S / CARE is to support our students in achieving their academic and personal goals by establishing “over and above” support services and programs for income and educationally eligible students.

To this end, the EOP&S / CARE staff commits to the following actions:

• To eliminate barriers and ensure access to post-secondary education for all eligible students.
• To positively affect student self-concept, self-esteem, and self-advocacy.
• To facilitate the successful completion of student educational goals and objectives.
• To facilitate the transfer and career placement of students.
• To provide personal, accessible services.

EOP&S students get access to classes 2–3 days before everyone else on campus to ensure you get the classes you need. Learn more about Priority Registration (opens in new tab).

Grants to help offset the high cost of books and supplies.

The lending library has hundreds of textbooks as well as equipment—including laptops and graphing calculators—that you can borrow.

Counselors will guide you to ensure you maximize your time at the college while working toward your educational goal.

Our counselors help you navigate the various pathways and guide you toward the career of your choice.

Learn the skills you need to reach your goals.

EOP&S proudly celebrates student accomplishments by providing access to graduation regalia for commencement.

EOP&S organizes ongoing university visits to give you the opportunity to explore four-year schools in and outside the area.

Our counselors will guide you through the transfer process to help ensure a smooth transition to your next educational journey.

Apply to the UC or CSU of your choice—up to five applications—without worrying about the cost.