EOPS/CARE Program
Extended Opportunity Programs and Services
Program Announcements
The EOPS Office will be closed for in-person services on Friday, August 21, 2026.
We will continue to provide remote services and support to assist students. If you have questions or need assistance, please email us at EOPSinfo@smc.edu.
Our office will reopen for normal in-person services on Monday, August 24, 2026.
Thank you for your understanding!
Remote Hours
Monday: 8 a.m. – 5:30 p.m.
Tuesday: 8 a.m. – 5:30 p.m.
Wednesday: 8 a.m. – 5:30 p.m.
Thursday: 8 a.m. – 4:30 p.m.
Friday: 8 a.m. – 4:30 p.m.
In-Person Hours
Monday: 8 a.m. – 4:30 p.m.
Tuesday: 8 a.m. – 4:30 p.m.
Wednesday: 8 a.m. – 4:30 p.m.
Thursday: 8 a.m. – 4:30 p.m.
Friday: 8 a.m. – 1:30 p.m.
About the EOPS Program
Extended Opportunity Programs and Services (EOPS) is designed to increase enrollment, retention, and transfer for students navigating language, social, economic, and educational challenges. Through services that go beyond what is typically available on campus, EOPS supports students with academic, personal, and career counseling, financial resources, and additional support that helps students reach their goals.
At Santa Monica College, we believe every student deserves consistent guidance and real support. EOPS is here to help you move forward with a clear plan, stay connected throughout the semester, and make steady progress toward transfer, a certificate, or career goals.
Program Services & Benefits
As a comprehensive state-funded program, EOPS is driven by a philosophy of providing services that are “over, above and in addition to” services available to all SMC students. To increase the access, retention and goal completion of participants, EOPS provides the following services:
- Academic, career, personal and transfer counseling
- Priority registration
- Supplemental textbook assistance
- Educational, transfer and career development workshops
- 24/7 online tutoring
- Educational and cultural activities
- College field trips
- Application fee waivers to four-year institutions
- And much more!
Check out our partner student support programs!
EOPS collaborates with a range of campus programs to provide additional support and resources to our students. Our partners share our commitment to student achievement, creating a supportive network that nurtures personal growth and fosters a sense of belonging within our campus community.
