Extended Opportunities Programs & Services (EOPS)
Extended Opportunity Programs and Services (EOPS) is a state-funded program designed to improve access, retention and completion of educational goals by providing students who has economic and/or educational barriers with "over and above" services throughout their time at Laney College.
Extended Opportunity Programs & Services (EOPS)
Eligibility for EOPS includes an evaluation of several areas. Admission is not automatic and eligibility does not guarantee acceptance into the program. Determination of EOPS eligibility requires documentation in most areas (transcripts and application for California Promise Grant).
Eligibility Requirements for Laney EOPS:
- Enrollment in 12 units of more each semester and 50% of your units in the semester you are applying for must be at Laney College.
- California residency
- Meet income requirements (qualified for California Promise Grant and Student Aid Index (SAI) from FAFSA < 0)
- Have completed LESS than 70 degree applicable units
- Meet educational criteria
EOPS Services:
Counseling
- AA/AS Degree, Certificate and Transfer Advisement
- Career Counseling
- Academic and Vocational Planning
- Personal Counseling
- Priority Registration for the Fall and Spring Semesters
Peer Advising
- Student-to-Student Support
- Problem Solving Referral
- Monitoring Student Success and Compliance
Financial Assistance
The programs and services listed below may be available depending on funding, program capacity, eligibility, and applicable requirements. Services are not guaranteed and may vary from year to year.
- Book Assistance
- Vocational Supply Grants
- End-of-Year Grants for all eligible students
- Free Graduation Caps and gowns
- Financial Aid Liaison
Transfer
- Contact with College and University Representatives
- Campus Visits
- Application Assistance
Career & Personal Development
- Career information
- Useful workshops
- Career exploration classes - based on funding availability
- Learning skills classes - based on funding availability
Phone: (510) 464-3423
Fax: (510) 464-3247
laneycollegeeops@peralta.edu
EOPS Coordinator
Mai Ly
(510) 464-3423
mly@peralta.edu
EOPS Staff Assistants
Dingyao Huang
(510) 464-3422
dhuang@peralta.edu
Benea Tyson
(510) 464-3358
btyson@peralta.edu
Location
Building A, Room 106 (A-106)
In-Person Office Hours
Monday – Thursday: 8:00am – 4:30pm
Friday: 8:00am – 12:00pm
Virtual Office Hours
Friday: 12:00pm – 4:30pm
There are a limited number of applications available during the distribution dates on a first come first serve basis. Acceptance into the program will be based on Program Eligibility and Program Funding.
Thank you for your interest in Laney College EOPS! Our application for Fall 2026 is now closed.
The good news is that our Spring 2027 EOPS application will be available starting November 2, 2026. We encourage you to apply then, and we look forward to connecting with you!
Thank you for your understanding, and we hope to see your application for Spring 2027.
EOPS Forms
Support That Makes A Difference
Hear from Laney students about how EOPS helped them navigate college, work toward their goals and prepare for what comes next.
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