Santa Ana College's Extended Opportunities Programs and Services (EOPS) is a state-funded program which works with students whose educational and socioeconomic backgrounds might limit their access to higher education or hinder their ability to be academically successful in their college-level studies. Students who meet EOPS eligibility criteria are provided services that are “over and above” those services provided by Santa Ana College to all students.
Fall 2022-Apply Now (EOPS continues to accept applications)
To be considered for EOPS, students must meet all of the following program criteria:
- Be enrolled full-time for Fall 2022
- Qualify for California College Promise Grant
- Be a California Resident (including DACA and AB540)
- Have completed between 0 and 48 units, combined, from all colleges and universities attended
If you meet the EOPS program criteria, call our office at 714-564-6232.
EOPS Program "over and above" services are designed to help EOPS students:
- Identify an educational goal (Certificate, Associate’s Degree, and/or preparation for transfer) that fits with their academic/career interests;
- Develop and follow an educational plan that helps them reach their educational goal in a time-efficient manner;
- Achieve success in their college-level studies and maximize their learning experiences here at SAC.
As an EOPS student, you will receive:
- Priority registration
- Academic, career and personal counseling
- Book/Calculator loans and school supplies
- Assistance with financial aid, scholarship and transfer applications
- Tutoring appointments: EOPS Resource Center
- Help with cost of textbooks
- Program benefit cards
- Referrals to campus and community resources
