What is EOP?

The Educational Opportunity Program (EOP) aims to support students who face historical, economic, or educational disadvantages. Our services focus on empowering students, building community, and ensuring college success.

Services Offered

Counseling

• Our counselors provide personalized support, considering your unique background. They help you get involved in campus life, focusing on your well-being and success.

Course Selection

• We assist in planning your course schedule and tracking your degree progress, offering resources for any academic help you need.

Workshops

• EOP partners with the Academic Skills Center (ASC) to offer enrichment workshops in math, science, and study skills.

Summer Institute (SI)

• Our four-week orientation for new EOP freshmen helps ease your transition from high school to college with a focus on academics and community building. 

Financial Aid

• Qualifying students can receive an EOP grant of up to $1,050 per year. Apply via FAFSA or the CA DREAM Act (for AB540 students).

Community Space

• Shared space for EOP and Cal Poly Scholars students located in building 52. Find up-to-date information on community spaces through our monthly newsletter and EOP Instagram page.

Residential Learning Community (RLC)

Welcome to EOP’s Residential Learning Community (RLC)! EOP's first-year students, regardless of cultural heritage, identity or major, are encouraged to live in our Residential Learning Community through University Housing on campus. The RLC was created to provide an inclusive living environment for EOP students who identify as first-generation college students. This community is created to enhance students’ residential and educational experience through participation in various academic and social activities. All incoming EOP freshmen are required to Live in the EOP Residential Learning Community. 

As a result of participating in the Residential Learning Community, students will:

• Connect with fellow EOP students outside of the classroom
• Be aware of and utilize various campus resources
• Engage with EOP Counselors and participate in program events
• Transition both academically and socially to the Cal Poly campus
• Increase connection to faculty and staff

For more information visit, University Housing

Upcoming EOP Events

Join us each quarter as we build community and engage in fun activities. Learn about our upcoming events displayed on our Instagram @eopcalpoly.

San Luis Obispo campus, scan this QR code for more information regarding semester conversion.

 

All students, regardless of sex, race, color, or national origin, who are interested in the program’s mission and focus are welcome.