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Extended Opportunity Programs & Services

Utilizing a student-centered approach, Mt. SAC’s EOPS/CARE program provides over and above personalized ongoing comprehensive support services to historically underrepresented and low-socioeconomic students in order to increase their sense of belonging, self-efficacy and awareness of opportunities to help students achieve their academic and personal goals.

As a comprehensive state-funded program, EOPS is driven by a philosophy of providing “over, above and in addition to” services to eligible Mt. SAC students.

CARE
CARE
CARE is a supplemental component of EOPS that specifically assists EOPS students who are single heads of welfare households with young children, by offering supportive services so they are able to acquire the education, training and marketable skills needed to transition from welfare-dependency to employment and eventual self-sufficiency for their families. Every CARE student is an EOPS student who must meet the eligibility criteria for both programs.
CARE
NextUp
NextUp
NextUp is a supplemental program of EOPS that provides support to eligible current and former foster youth. Students enrolled in the NextUp program are also considered EOPS and REACH students. In addition to the NextUp services, NextUp students are able to take advantage of any service offered to EOPS and REACH students.
NextUp/REACH
CalWORKs
CalWORKs
The California Work Opportunities and Responsibility to Kids (CalWORKs) program at Mt. San Antonio College is designed to support student parents who receive cash aid for themselves and their children. We provide CalWORKs students with access to comprehensive services, including individualized academic counseling, educational programs, advocacy, support, case management, and referrals to community resources, to assist them to reach their academic goals and increase their self-sufficiency. In collaboration with county partners, Mt. SAC CalWORKs students receive county assistance with books and supplies, transportation, childcare, and other services designed to help them complete their educational goals.
CalWORKs
Parent Scholars
Parent Scholars
Mt. SAC Parent Scholars offers support to  Mt. San Antonio College students who are raising and caring for their families while pursuing their education. The program connects student-parents with essential resources, including emergency childcare, campus lactation rooms, and childcare referral services.
Parent Scholars

EOPS Applications for Fall 2026 are NOW OPEN!
Click Here to Apply Now!

Services

EOP&S is dedicated to supporting and encouraging you during your time at Mt. San Antonio College.

Services & Support

As a currently enrolled EOP&S student, you will be able to receive the following services and support:
 
      • Counseling

        The EOP&S office offers comprehensive academic counseling to assist you in your student and personal development. Our counselors can help you with:

        • Educational goal and planning, including planning for certificates, degrees, and transfer
        • Career exploration
        • College Success Strategies
        • Referral to on-campus and off-campus resources
        • Help with pre-requisite clearance, course sequence information, academic holds, and more.
        • Completing your graduation petitions

        Counseling appointments are available in-person, and online via Zoom.

      • Workshops

        Workshops are facilitated by EOPS Counselors and Peer Navigators and topics may include:

        • Career Exploration
        • Transfer Success
        • Scholarships
        • Time Management
        • And more!
      • Textbook Assistance

        Book grants are reserved for eligible EOP&S students who are currently fulfilling their EOP&S Commitments. These funds will go towards paying for your required textbooks for enrolled classes.

      • Application Fee Waivers to 4-Year Institutions

        EOPS Students who apply to transfer to 4-year universities receive application fee waivers.

      • Events

        EOPS also offers a variety of events and experiences, including:

        • Student Success Conference
        • Student Recognition Ceremony
        • Parent Institute
        • University & College Tours
        • Cultural & Experiential Learning Opportunities
        • Community-Building Events
        • Planetarium Visits
        • Nature Reserve Tours
        • Art Gallery Visits
        • And More!
      • Priority Registration

        Priority registration allows you to enroll early and helps make sure that you get the classes you need.

      • Peer Navigator Support and Activities

        EOPS Students receive one-on-one peer support about college life from other EOPS students.

      • Cap & Gown Services

        EOPS students receive their Cap & Gown from the EOPS program when they graduate from Mt. SAC.

 
Counselors
 
  • 1st Contact: July 1, 2026 - September 25, 2026
     
  • 2nd Contact: September 28, 2026 - October 30, 2026
     
  • 3rd Contact: November 2, 2026 - December 18, 2026
     

 

 

Contact EOPS
909-274-4500
Bldg.9B, 1st Floor
M - Th: 8:00 am - 5:00 pm
Fri: 8:00 am - 4:30 pm
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