Educational Opportunity Program

How to Apply to EOP

Step 1 - Apply to CSU, Chico and EOP through Cal State Apply

  • Fill out the Cal State Apply application.

  • In the Supporting Information quadrant, click on “Educational Opportunity Program,” which takes you to the EOP application.

  • In the Supporting Information quadrant, click on “EOP Recommendations.” You need to create two EOP Recommendation Requests that you will send to two different recommenders.

  • When you have completed your Cal State Apply application—along with the EOP portion—submit it.

  • If you are eligible for an application fee waiver, you can submit applications to up to four colleges at no cost to you. If you are not eligible for an application fee waiver, the cost is $70 for each college you apply to.

Step 2 - File for financial aid

  • You are required to file for Financial Aid before the April 2nd deadline.

Step 3 - Submit additional documentation

  • All applicants are required to submit two recommendation forms by January 31st.
EOP Admissions Dates

Applying to EOP for Fall 2024

  • Apply to CSU, Chico and EOP:
    Deadline January 15, 2024

  • Submit additional documentation:
    Two Recommendation Forms are due January 31, 2024.
  • Apply for financial aid or CA Dream Act
    As soon as possible.

  • Submit Intent to enroll:
    May 1, 2024