San Joaquin Delta College

To be considered for EOPS, students must meet the following income and educational criteria:

• Be eligible for the California College Promise Grant, formerly Board of Governor’s Fee Waiver (BOGW A or B or BOGW C with zero Estimated Family Contribution)
• Be enrolled in 12 units (not wait listed)*
• Have completed no more than 70 degree-applicable units
• Meet one of the following educational criteria: placed into a basic skills math, English or ESL, have taken remedial courses, graduated from high school with less than a 2.5 GPA, not a high school graduate or GED recipient, or eligible for special admissions.
• Submit unofficial transcripts for all colleges/universities attended by the application deadline. Students must submit official transcripts within 30 days of acceptance.

EOPS serves eligible students until they have earned 70 degree-applicable units.

*Possible unit exemptions for Disability Support Programs and Services participants.

Extended Opportunity Programs and Services (EOPS) is a unique program funded by the state of California to recruit and support students who may otherwise not attempt higher education as they work to complete certificate, associate degree or university transfer requirements.

EOPS program assists participants with:

• Individualized counseling
• Priority registration
• Assistance purchasing required textbooks**
• Access to EOPS Lending Library
• University Transfer Services (including application fee waivers)
• College and university tours
• Financial services (transportation assistance, grants etc.)**
• Student success workshops and seminars
• Special activities and events
  • Summer Readiness Program (SRP)
  • Student Success Academy (SSA)

The Summer Readiness Program (SRP) is a six-week program designed to assist EOPS eligible freshmen in bridging their high school and college experiences. This learning community offers an extensive orientation and teaches students to navigate San Joaquin Delta College. The program seeks to serve students holistically by providing opportunities for academic and personal development while introducing participants to university transfer information. Students must have fewer than 12 college units completed, and should complete the FAFSA (Free Application for Federal Student Aid).

The Student Success Academy (SSA) is a semester-long learning community for first time EOPS eligible college students with fewer than 12 units completed. SSA offers a personalized, educationally supportive learning experience which nurtures the skills, strategies, attitudes, and behaviors that enhance student success.

Please speak with EOPS staff about unit exceptions.

**Financial services are contingent upon budget availability.