Welcome!

The EOPS, CARE, GSP, and NextUp programs at De Anza College support students who have experienced educational or economic barriers, including current and former foster youth and student parents. Our goal is to help you achieve your academic, personal, and career goals.

We provide counseling, academic support, financial assistance, and access to campus resources. Most importantly, we are here to advocate for your success every step of the way. If you have any questions, please don't hesitate to contact us.

EOPS is housed under the Student Development Division. 

Application period for Fall 2026 is now closed

Please be on the lookout for our upcoming enrollment period for Winter Quarter. If you’d like to be notified when enrollment opens, please sign up for our interest form by clicking the red button below.
   

If you have any questions, please contact us at 408-864-8950 or eops@fhda.edu.

Complete Interest Form Here

   

    

Our Programs

Extended Opportunity Student Programs (EOPS)

EOPS helps students overcome educational and financial barriers by providing personalized support, counseling, and resources to help them succeed at De Anza and beyond.

About EOPS

Cooperative Agencies Resource for Education (CARE)

CARE provides additional support for EOPS students who are single parents and face economic challenges, helping them balance their educational goals with family responsibilities.

Learn About CARE

NextUp and Guardian Scholars Program (GSP & NextUp)

GSP and NextUp provide dedicated support for current and former foster youth, connecting students with counseling, resources, and a community that champions their success.

GSP and NextUp Services

EOPS Scholars Program

In addition to helping those students achieve their academic goals, the EOPS Scholar partners are seeking a better understanding of what kinds of support could be most effective with a larger student population.

More about EOPS Scholar

    

More about EOPS

Fall 2026 Important Key Dates

  • September 21: First day of Fall Quarter
  • October 21: Sips and Slime Social
  • October 30: Deadline to Complete 1st EOPS Counseling Appointment
  • November 9: Group 1 Registration Opens
  • November 11: Office Closed for Veterans Day Holiday
  • November 13: Last Day to Drop Classes with a W
  • November 18: All Programs Holiday Hangout
  • November 26-27: Office Closed for Thanksgiving Holiday

   

    

Contact us!

EOPS Main Office Hours

  • Monday-Thursday: 8:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m.
  • Friday: 8:30 a.m. -12 p.m.

    

EOPS Service Contacts

  • All general questions and appointment requests should be directed to our front desk at eops@deanza.edu or 408-864-8950.
  • If you have questions regarding EOPS book vouchers or equipment loans, please contact Jared Camacho at camachoramirezjared@deanza.edu
    • Counseling and academic advising is available both in person or online.

    

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