EOP Student Agreement & Services

The Educational Opportunity Program (EOP) is committed to helping students succeed academically, personally, and professionally.  EOP students have access to educational counseling, mentoring, workshops, campus resources, career preparation, financial aid guidance, and opportunities to build community.

Students are expected to remain engaged with EOP and use available campus resources throughout their academic journey.

EOP Services

EOP services are designed to support student access, retention, academic progress, and graduation.

• EOP mentoring and peer connections.
• EOP community-building events.
• Transition programs, including Summer Bridge and Roll Call.
• Referrals to tutoring and the Writing Resource Center.
• Support with academic concerns, probation, and Academic Notice.
• Computer lab access and limited printing, when available.
• Independent living and college-success workshops.
• Career exploration and major-to-career planning.
• FAFSA and California Dream Act Application assistance.
• EOP grant consideration for eligible students, based on available funding and program participation.

EOP New Student Agreement

All new EOP students must complete the EOP New Student Agreement and submit their Student Aid Index (SAI) or FAFSA/CADAA Submission Summary.

The SAI documentation is required to confirm income eligibility for EOP services and possible EOP grant consideration. Students should submit accurate information and respond to requests from the EOP Office in a timely manner.

By completing the agreement, students commit to:

• Staying connected with the EOP Office.
• Completing the required number of EOP contacts each academic year.
• Participating in EOP workshops, services, and activities.
• Applying for financial aid each year by the priority deadline.
• Enrolling in and completing at least 12 units each semester, unless an exception is approved by the EOP Director.
• Meeting with an EOP staff member if their GPA falls below 2.0 or they are placed on Academic Notice.
• Communicating with professors and meeting with their academic advisor.
• Checking their CSUB email and EOP Canvas Resource page regularly.
• Working toward personal, academic, and professional goals.

EOP New Student Agreement & SAI Verification

EOP Academic-Year Agreement Requirements

Students may complete more than the minimum contacts and take advantage of campus opportunities to learn, connect, grow, and make the most of your college experience.  Student contacts must occur between August 1st and May 15th.  

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First Year Student

Six total EOP contacts.

• EOP Roll Call or Summer Bridge before the first semester.
• Two one-on-one appointments with an EOP staff member.
• Four EOP events, workshops, or approved student services in the following categories: Academic, Personal, and Professional/Career.

These services are designed to enhance student integration into the university, increase use of campus resources, maximize the college experience, and guide students toward their academic and career goals.

Second Academic Year

Four approved contacts or engagement activities, including the following:

• Two EOP events, workshops, or approved campus activities.
• One financial aid or financial wellness workshop.
• One CECE career, internship, volunteer, or professional development event.

These services are designed to enhance student integration into the university, increase use of campus resources, maximize the college experience, and guide students toward their academic and career goals.

Third Academic Year

Four approved contacts or engagement activities.

• Two EOP events, workshops, or approved campus activities.
• The CECE Graduate and Professional Schools Fair during the fall semester.
• A degree audit or graduation progress review with the student’s major advisor.

These services are designed to enhance student integration into the university, increase use of campus resources, maximize the college experience, and guide students toward their academic and career goals.

Fourth Year and Beyond

Four approved contacts or engagement activities.

• One appointment or graduation planning meeting with an academic or faculty advisor.
• Two EOP events, workshops, or approved campus activities.
• A review of the Senior Checklist.
• Graduation or post-graduation planning with EOP, academic advisor, or CECE counselor.

Using Other Campus Events for EOP Credit

Students may request credit for attending an approved event outside of the EOP Office.  Events must support the student’s academic, personal, or professional development and must be sponsored by CSUB or an approved campus partner.

Students should submit the Outside Event Participation Form within 10 business days of attending the event.  EOP staff will review the submission and determine whether the event qualifies for credit.

Attendance at an event does not automatically guarantee EOP credit.

Outside Event Participation Form