Cooperative Agencies Resources for Education (CARE)

Eligibility and Requirements

• Eligibility

  • In order to be eligible for CARE, a new CARE student must be eligible for EOPS and be enrolled in 12.0 units. Exceptions can be made for students with disabilities enrolled in less than 12.0 units or new EOPS students who are considered full-time with 9.0 -11.9 units.
  • Be a California resident or qualify for AB 540 status (e.g., meet California resident requirements) 
  • Be enrolled in 12 units or more (special exceptions for students in DSS, Former/Current Foster Youth and Student Parents)
  • Qualify for the California Promise Grant (method A or B)
  • Be considered "educationally disadvantaged" as determined by EOPS Guidelines (Note: EOPS Staff will screen for this and inform you if you meet this determination.)
  • Not have completed more than 70 degree-applicable units in any combination of higher education institutions

• Requirements

  Complete the following EOPS semester requirements to remain in good standing with the program:

  1. Complete two EOPS counseling appointments.  There are multiple ways to schedule:

     • Schedule an appointment yourself through a system called eSARS:

       • Use EOPS eSARS to schedule with Alicia Brizzi or Paula Stanfield
       • Use general counseling eSARS to schedule with any other EOPS counselors

       Please note: Appointments can only be scheduled two weeks in advance. eSARS will not show appointments beyond 2 weeks of the current date.

     • Use the EOPS Counseling Appointment Request Form to request an appointment.

       Please note: You will receive a response to your request form within 24-48 business hours. 

     • Call the EOPS office at 925-969-2117 to schedule an appointment.
  2. Complete EOPS progress reports in each of your classes.
  3. Complete one mid-semester check-in with EOPS Peer Advisor.
  4. Complete 67% of your attempted units.
  5. Complete the semester with a 2.00 or better GPA.