Frequently Asked Questions Related to EOP
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| QUESTIONS… | ANSWERS FOR STUDENTS / COUNSELORS |
| What are the eligibility requirements for the Educational Opportunity Program? | EOP applicants must be California residents and meet the income guidelines listed on our webpage or the EOP application booklet and be a first generation college student (parents do not have a college degree). In addition, EOP applicants must demonstrate academic potential and motivation to succeed in college. Applicants demonstrate their motivation through the autobiographical questions and academic record. In addition, CSU, Sacramento EOP requires all freshmen applicants to participate in the Summer Bridge Academy. Information will be sent to you after we receive your EOP application. This is a six( 6) week summer program held during the first week of July through the first week of August . Visit our website www.csus.edu/eop for more information |
| How do I apply to EOP?? | First you must apply for admission to Sacramento State before applying to EOP! Complete the EOP section in the admissions application (section 11) & submit your online Sacramento State Admissions Application at www.csumentor.edu Once you submit your Admissions application CSU Mentor will automatically determine your eligibiltyand sned you an immediate response to ask if you wish to begin the EOP, if you indicate that you are ready to begin, you will automatically receive access to an EOP Application. All information is completed on-line. Note: Recommendation letters will be .equired at a later date |
| When is the EOP Admissions deadline? | October 1st – November 30th PRIORITY Deadline |
| Does EOP accept AB-540 students? | Yes. EOP accepts California residents and AB540 students who meet the Income Eligibility Index, and who are First-Generation College Students. |
| Can I send photocopies of my EOP application? | YES |
| How do I send out letter of recommendations to referrers? | Preferably via e-mail on CSU Mentor or by FAX at (916) 278-5491 or by US mail - to California State University. Sacramento - EOP 6000 J Street, Sacramento, CA 95819-6068 |
| When will I receive my EOP admit E-mail | March 1st – April 1st |
| What is an OFFICIAL HIGH SCHOOL TRANSCRIPT? | A “SEALED” envelope with ALL completed grades. |
| Can I be admitted to the University and not to EOP? | Yes |
| Can I be admitted to EOP and not to the University? | NO |
| Is Summer Bridge Mandatory? | YES, all EOP entering freshmen will be required to participate. |
| Can I be admitted to EOP in the spring semester? | NO |
| Do I need to reapply to EOP every year? | NO. Once you’re an EOP student, you’re always an EOP student. |
| Can I still receive EOP support services if I can no longer get financial aid or EOP grant aid? | Yes, because you were once deemed eligible to receive aid before your financial situation changed. |
| Can I be removed from the EOP program? | Yes, upon your request. Please note: If you are a special admit, this will cancel your admission to the University. |
| Do I need to maintain full-time status to get EOP grant aid? | Yes. |
| How do I qualify for an EOP grant? | Your qualification is determine by your family income data submitted to financial aid. |
| Are the placement exams, ELM/EPT, mandatory? | YES, unless you are exempt. To read more about ELM/EPT Exemptions go to: www.webapps1.csus.edu/admr/content/admission/ept_elm.asp |
| Where do I register for the placement exams? | Students can register at: www.ets.org/csu/ |
| Is orientation mandatory? | YES! For more information, go to www.csus.edu/acad/orientation/ |
| If I am EOP, where do I go for academic advising and support services on campus? | The EOP office is located in Lassen Hall 2205. We have an open door policy. You can try to meet with a counselor on a walk-in basis or schedule an appointment by calling (916) 278-6183. |
| If there a separate application for Summer Bridge Program? | No, please visit the Summer Bridge webpage at www.csus.edu/eop/sb,all incoming freshmen must participate in the program. |
For more information on admissions requirements and counseling, please visit www.csus.edu/admissions.
For more information on academic assistance and support services for admitted EOP students, please visit www.csus.edu/eop/
