Extended Opportunity Programs & Services (EOPS)
EOPS is designed to help underserved, at-promise students from low-income backgrounds achieve their academic and personal goals - whether it be earning a certificate, associate's degree, or transferring to a four-year university. Under the EOPS umbrella we also have two other programs: CARE and NextUp.
EOPS/CARE/NextUp Services
- Priority registration
- Counseling and advisement - Schedule an EOPS Counseling Appointment Online
- Transfer assistance
- Workshops on study skills, transfer requirements, time management, resume writing and much more.
- Trips to local colleges
- Classroom supplies
- EOPS grants (amount varies)
- Funds to purchase textbooks (amount varies)
- Bus passes and/or gas cards
What is CARE?
Cooperative Agencies Resources for Education (CARE) Program is a supplemental program to EOPS that is designed to provide the extra help a single parent may need to achieve their academic and career goals.
What is NextUp?
NextUp is a supplemental program housed within EOPS. It is designed to provide support services and other resources, including direct aid to current and former foster youth.
Drop In Wednesdays 5-6 PM
EOPS & CalWORKS Counseling & Support
We invite EOPS and CalWORKS students to join for virtual student hours hosted Wednesdays 5:00 - 6:00 PM via Zoom. Drop in and ask questions or just say hello to familiar faces! We'd love to see you.
Fall 2023 After Hours 5-6pm
- August: 8/23, 8/30
- September: 9/6, 9/13, 9/20, 9/27
- October: 10/4, 10/11, 10/18, 10/25
- November: 11/1, 11/8, 11/15, 11/22, 11/29
- December: 12/6, 12/13
Who qualifies?
What does it mean to be educationally underserved?
Students must meet ONE of the following criteria:
- Speak a language other than English at home.
- Be considered first-generation college student (your parents/guardians did not graduate from a 4 year college or university)
- Graduated from high school with a G.P.A below 2.50 on a 4.0 scale
- Current or former foster youth
- Not have graduated from high school or obtained a GED
- Be from an underrepresented group
Please note that meeting the eligibility requirements does not guarantee admission to the program.
Student Success Completion Grant
Beginning Fall 2023, eligible students with experience in foster care have the opportunity to receive an additional $5,250 per semester through the Student Success Completion Grant.
To be considered for this grant, students must meet the following criteria:
- Foster Care Experience
- Be a current or former foster youth who was in foster care, defined as having court dependency established or continued, at or after the age of 13.
- Enrollment
- Enroll in a minimum of 12 units.
- Cal Grant Eligibility
- Have received the Cal Grant B or C.
- Meet Satisfactory Academic Progress standards.
- Residency
- Be a California resident or meet requirements for a non-resident tuition exemption.
For more information and to determine your eligibility, email our EOPS Office or call us at (714) 241-6237.
Don't miss this opportunity to receive additional financial support for your education!
Schedule an EOPS Counseling Appt
Booking an appointment with an EOPS counselor is now easier than ever! If you are an EOPS student, use this online booking system to schedule an online or phone appointment with a counselor. We can answer your questions and support your academic, professional and personal success at Coastline.
What happens after I apply?
- The EOPS staff will review your application within five (5) business days and you will be notified of our decision.
- Please continue checking your student email for important program messages.
- If you are accepted to our program, you will be contacted via email or phone to set-up an appointment with a counselor.
- Do not hesitate to contact our EOPS Office if you have any questions at 714-241-6237 and/or at eopsprogram@coastline.edu.
Complete your EOPS/CARE/NextUp Application Online
Basic Needs Resources
Basic Needs at Coastline College includes food access, housing assistance, mental health services, hygiene products, student success supplies/equipment, transportation, and emergency funding. Basic needs services & resources are coordinated to serve and support students to be successful in your educational journey.