Extended Opportunity Program and Services (EOPS)

ACCEPTING Applications

FOR SPRING 2025

Online Application

Paper Application

For questions regarding the EOPS, CARE & NextUp programs, services or application process, please call us at 707-256-7326 or email us at [email protected].

Deadline to submit an application for Spring 2025 is 02/13/25. *If you are a current or former foster youth, please contact our office in regards application deadlines and eligibility requirements.

 

What is EOPS?

EOPS is a state-funded program established by the California Legislature in 1969 to address the issues of equal access to quality education (SB 164, Alquist). The over-all intention of EOPS is the one of "extending the opportunities for the community college education to all who may profit thereof, regardless of economic, social and educational status." The legislation encourages the state's community colleges to develop programs and services "over, above, and in addition to" regular college programs and services, in order to increase attendance by historically underrepresented students, and enhance their success in college and hopefully beyond. Simply put EOPS assists program participants in reaching their educational goals through academic support and financial assistance.

EOPS at Napa Valley College

EOPS at Napa Valley College is a state-funded program that provides support services to eligible students. Whether you are interested in obtaining job skills, an occupational certificate, an associate degree, or transferring to a four-year institution, our knowledgeable and caring staff can provide extra encouragement, support, and guidance to help you realize your goal(s). Priority enrollment is given to students who are not being served by similar NVC academic support programs.

What does EOPS offer its students?

• Counseling; including academic, transfer, scholarship, personal, and career
• Priority Registration
• Transfer Assistance
• Coordination with other academic support services on campus
• Tutoring services
• Informational Workshops
• Assistance with Books