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Welcome to the EOPS Application. We look forward to meeting and serving you as a prospective EOPS student.

After you complete your application, you will receive a confirmation email.

If you do not get an email, call the EOPS office to confirm that we received your application at 714-432-5817.


EOPS Staff

Determination of Eligibility - Copy
Receiving which type of student services

EOPS / CARE / CAFYES / Guardian Scholars Program Application


EOPS is a State-funded comprehensive Academic Counseling Program designed to provide additional support to eligible full-time students. 

Our mission is to enhance student success by providing “over and above” services to students with economic and academic barriers to education. Our fundamental goal as a program is to increase the number of underrepresented students enrolled in community college. We accomplish this by providing an overall supportive environment with various benefits and services. Eligibility is determined by academic and financial need as mandated by the state.

Student Information

Is it okay/safe to text or leave a voicemail with your chosen name?
Example: janedoe@student.cccd.edu
Date of Birth:*
What term are you applying for?
Please select your gender identity:*
Please select your sexual orientation
I wish to obtain a*
Race/Ethnicity*
Are you currently homeless?*
Address

High School and Parent/Guardian Information

Are you a High School Graduate?*
Example: Marina High School, 2017
Parent/Guardian #1 - What is the highest level of education completed by your parent/guardian?*
Parent/Guardian #2 - What is the highest level of education completed by your parent/guardian?*
Educational Qualifier
Other Qualifying Criteria

List all Colleges or Universities outside of the Coast Community College District You Previously Attended

Have you attended any colleges outside of the Coast District (OCC, GWC, or CCC)
(Official transcripts must be submitted to the EOPS Office or be on file already with OCC Records department in order to finish processing this application)
Outside Transcripts Upload
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Has Official Transcripts to Outside College

CARE Program

CARE was established by the State of California in 1982 as a supplemental component of EOPS to provide support services and activities for the single, head of household student, who also utilizes CalWORKs/TANF funds as income assistance. This program was designed to promote self-sufficiency through education and training.

If you are 18 years of age or older, designated as a single head of household, with at least one child under the age of 18, receiving CalWORKs/TANF and accepted into the EOPS program. You may qualify for additional services with the CARE Program. Students must meet requirements for EOPS in addition to CARE criteria.

Do you have children?*
Do you have any children under the age of 18?
If you have a child/children under the age of 18, are you a single parent?
Are you or your child receiving CalWORKs or TANF cash aid?
CalWORKs/TANF is when your child or you are eligible to receive cash aid from the county. CalFRESH alone is not considered CalWORKs.
If you're receiving CalWORKs or TANF (cash aid), are you also SINGLE HEAD OF HOUSEHOLD?
CalWORKs/TANF is when your child or you are eligible to receive cash aid from the county. CalFRESH alone is not considered CalWORKs.
Example: Jane Doe, 11/23/2005, 10yrs, Female
CalWORKs/TANF Duration (in Months)*
Marital Status*
CARE Status

Guardian Scholars: Foster Youth, Juvenile Justice, and Special Circumstances

Orange Coast College's Guardian Scholars Program is committed to supporting ambitious college-bound students who are current or former foster youth/wards of the court who were in care on or after their 13th birthday. The Guardian Scholars' mission is to provide a comprehensive program that contributes to the quality and depth of the student's college experience. It serves as a resource for young adults by assisting in their development and equipping them with skills necessary to transfer to a four-year university or the vocation of their choice. Guardian Scholars aims to be a "One Stop Shop" that provides caring and personalized assistance with educational goals and practical day-to-day needs to ensure that students take full advantage of college life both inside and outside the classroom. Services include academic advising, textbook grants, referrals to community resources, field trips, and events.


Are you now or have you ever been a ward of the court (foster care, juvenile justice system, kin-gap, non-relative family member placement (NRFM), guardianship) or have you experienced any of the following: childhood abuse and/or neglect, estranged from parents, kicked out of home, parental incarceration, parental substance abuse, witnessing domestic violence, care-taking for siblings?*
If yes, you might be eligible for additional support services.
If YES click all that apply
If you were in care, what County/State was your case open?
Have you ever been part of a Guardian Scholars/NextUp program on another campus?*
Please provide a copy of your ward of court/dependency verification letter. If you do not have a copy, you can request one by calling your county Social Worker/Probation Officer or if you are no longer in care, please contact the Foster Care Ombudsman Office hotline: 1-877-846-1602 and email it to guardianscholars@occ.cccd.edu.
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Guardian Scholars: Special Circumstances Questions

For students that fall outside these eligibility criteria, we offer the Special Circumstance application process as our funding allows us to accept a limited number of students that would benefit from the program who were not in foster care and/or the juvenile justice system during their adolescent years (ages 13-21) but who may have experienced similar challenges and barriers as a traditional Guardian Scholar. 

Please respond to the following questions with as much detail as you believe is necessary and sufficient for the team to have a clear picture about your situation and circumstances. The purpose of this application is to show how your life experiences may have challenges and barriers in common with a student who was in foster care and/or the juvenile justice system on or after their 13th birthday. Your responses will be carefully reviewed by the Guardian Scholars  Committee. All responses will be kept strictly confidential unless you disclose information that indicates an immediate threat of harm to yourself or another.  


Please note: A follow-up interview may be scheduled to further discuss any of your answers. This will be considered as a part of your Guardian Scholars application.

If you selected none of the above, did you experience any of the following in your adolescence or high school years: abuse and/or neglect, estranged from parents, kicked out of home, parental incarceration, parental substance abuse, witnessing domestic violence, care-taking for siblings, kin-gap placement, or something similar.
GS Status

Student Support Programs & Services at OCC

Are you receiving CalWORKs?*
CalWORKs collaborates with county welfare departments to provide parenting students with comprehensive case management, advocacy, campus and community referrals, document verification, and other services to support academic and career goals.
Are you receiving services with ARC (DSPS)?*
ARC (DSPS) offers quality programs and services empowering students with disabilities to access and engage in educational activities at the Orange Coast College.
Are you receiving services with Guardian Scholars?*
Guardian Scholars Program is committed to supporting ambitious college-bound students who are current or former foster youth/wards of the court.
Are you receiving services with Student Equity?*
Student Equity was created to address gaps in achievement for students with the greatest needs. (Note at this time EOPS students are not eligibile for Student Equilty and would need to do an appeal process to be considered for both Student Equity and EOPS Program in the same semester.
Are you receiving services with Umoja Program?*
Umoja is a Kiswahili word meaning unity. Umoja Program at OCC is a community and a critical resource dedicated to enhancing the cultural and educational experiences of African American and other students.
Are you a Veteran?*

Personal Statement and Certification

Determination of Eligibility
Missing
Orientation
Completed MRC
Added to Canvas
Add to Booklist
Completed Ed Plan
Delete ? Receiving Student Equity Services
Delete ?Receiving which type of student services
Delete ?Location
Delete ? Residency
Delete ? BOGFW Waiver
Delete Former EOPS Student
Delete Registration Date

Fall 2023

Thank you for submitting your EOPS/CARE/GG application. 

If you have any questions, call the EOPS at 714-432-5817.

We are here to assist you

Remember, to get enrolled in 12 OCC units and monitor your OCC financial aid in your MYCOAST.

EOPS Staff

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