How Do I Qualify?

To be eligible for EOPS, a student must meet all six (6) of the eligibility criteria:

1. Be a California resident (or AB 540 eligible).
2. Qualify for the California College Promise Grant Fee Waiver at level A, B, C with Zero EFC, or D.
3. Must be enrolled in 12 or more units in the LA Community College District (at least 9 of the 12 units at LACC). If a student is verified by the Office of Special Services (OSS) as an active participant, the student may be enrolled in 6 units or more at LACC or as approved by the OSS department.
4. Have completed less than 70 degree-applicable units completed from all colleges attended in total.
5. Have not earned an AA/AS degree or higher, or the equivalent of a foreign degree.
6. Are educationally disadvantaged (in one or more areas listed below):

• Not recommended to enroll in degree applicable English or Math classes
• Does not have a high school diploma or GED
• High School G.P.A. below 2.5
• Previously enrolled in remedial English or Math classes
• Be a current or former foster youth
• Be a first-generation college student
• Be a non-native English speaker

Once a student has met all six (6) of the eligibility criteria, the student is encouraged to submit an EOPS/CARE application.

Please see the “Application Process” page.