Since 1969, the Extended Opportunity Programs and Services (EOPS) program has provided assistance to students disadvantaged by educational, economic, social and linguistic barriers to receive the help they need to succeed at Glendale Community College. 

EOPS benefits include counseling for both individuals and groups . EOPS assists with educational plans, study lists, and customized semester plans. An educational plan often includes all of the courses needed to graduate or transfer. Counselors review and update educational plans every semester. Other benefits include tutoring, book vouchers, scholarships and job recommendations. Grants and emergency loans are available for students who need financial help. 

To qualify for the EOPS program a student must be a California resident or a AB 450 dreamer as well as taking  12 units when accepted and not having completed more than 70 units of credit work in college. There is no no need to reapply after the first application. For other restrictions visit: EOPS Application Process | Glendale Community College the EOPS office can be reached at (818) 240-1000 ext. 6900 or by visiting www.glendale.edu/eops for more information. 

Applying for EOPS is easy. Log in to MyGCC, and click on “other services”. Next click on the “My EOPS application” tab and fill it out. The application status will be available in one business day. The application deadline is October 14, 2022. 

EOPS office hours are Monday, Tuesday, and Thursday from 8:30 am to 7 p.m. On Wednesdays, hours are 8:30 am to noon and 1:00 p.m to 7 p.m. Friday hours are 8:30 am to 3:00 p.m. The location of the EOPS office is on the third floor of the Sierra Vista building. 

Sarah Klubov can be reached at [email protected].