Educational Opportunity Program (EOP)

EOP

Contact

Phone
607.844.8222 ³æ4414Ìý

¿ì²¥ÊÓƵ Cortland Community College
170 North Street, P.O. Box 139
Dryden, NY 13053

Location

Main Campus
230

Hours

  • MON   8:30 a.m. - 5 p.m.
  • TUE    8:30 a.m. - 5 p.m.
  • WED  8:30 a.m. - 5 p.m.
  • THU   8:30 a.m. - 5 p.m.
  • FRI    8:30 a.m. - 5 p.m.
  • SAT   Closed
  • SUN  Closed

EOP supports students who have the potential to succeed in college but may face economic or academic challenges. We’re committed to making your transition into college life smoother so you feel confident and empowered every step of the way. We offer support services like:

Academic, personal, and career tutoring, advising, and counseling.

Financial support to help close the gaps for things like textbooks and supplies.

A supportive community of fellow EOP students and alumni!

 

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 Who is eligible for EOP?

  • First-time college students who enroll full-time (12 or more credits)
  • Transfer students who previously attended another college and were enrolled in a similar opportunity program (EOP/HEOP/SEEK)
  • New York state residents (minimum of 12 months prior to enrollment)
  • Qualify as economically disadvantaged (determined by State established criteria)
  • Academic Requirements
    • High School GPA of 70 – 86 (on a 100 point scale) or
    • High School GPA of 1.7 - 3.0 (on a 4.0 scale) or
    • An earned GED

Requirements of the Program 

  • Participate in our pre-semester summer program that will help you adjust to college life
  • Arrive early for a pre-semester program
  • Participate in all program-based meetings, workshops, activities and certifications

Benefits of Joining 

  • Have a built-in academic and social support community of peers, staff, faculty and mentors before classes begin and throughout your time at TC3
  • Gain leadership development, career exploration, and academic ¿ì²¥ÊÓƵ skills
  • Earn a financial stipend of up to $1500 in the fall and spring semesters

Important Dates

Spring 2025

DatesEvent Description
January 13Pre-semester program begins
January 18 & January 19Move-In dates for students living on campus
December 23Priority EOP application deadline
TBAFinancial Eligibility Guidelines
  

Fall 2025

DatesEvent Description
August 4Pre-semester program begins
August 2 & August 3Move-In dates for students living on campus
May 30Priority EOP application deadline

Financial Eligibility Guidelines

Household Size
(including head of household)
Total Annual Income
1$27,861
2$37,814
3$47,767
4$57,720
5$67,673
6$77,626
7$87,579
8$97,532
More than 8 personsadd $9,953 for each additional person

 

Apply to EOP today! Or reach out to our team with any questions.