The Extended Opportunity Program and Services (EOPS) is a California funded student support program designed specifically for students facing financial and educational challenges. The mission of EOPS is to provide increased access to financial, academic and student support services to eligible students seeking a vocational certificate, associate degree or transfer opportunity to a college or university.  

EOPS provides support with priority registration, book vouchers, counseling (academic and career), graduation regalia, transfer services, a dedicated support staff, and more.  

For more information on office hours, EOPS eligibility, the application process, and program services, visit the EOPS webpage.

EOPS is in the Student Services Center, Room SC-118. 408-270-6455.

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 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

An EOPS and CARE application are required to participate in both programs. CARE applications are online at the EOPS/CARE webpage.  

For more information on eligibility, the application process, or program services contact evceops@evc.edu. EOPS/CARE is in the Student Services Center, Room SC-118. 408-270-6455