Description

The program serves California residents from low-income households who demonstrate the motivation and potential to earn a baccalaureate degree.

EOP students are individuals who have the potential to succeed at Sacramento State, but have not been able to realize their goal for a higher education because of her/his economic and/or educational background.

GOALS OF EOP

The primary aim of the program is to help students achieve their college goals by providing services needed to be successful in college. The following services are offered through EOP:

Admissions assistance

A special orientation to the university

Academic advising, personal counseling, and tutoring

Financial aid advising and information

An EOP grant award for eligible EOP students

Course placement and planning

Learning and study strategies

Participation in a required EOP Learning Community

Referrals to other university special programs and services Enrollment in a second-semester transition program to aid with adjustment to university life