Eligibility Information

Eligibility

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Want to know if you are eligible for Educational Opportunity Center services?

  1. Are you 19 years of age or older?
  2. Do you live in any of the following Parishes: East Baton Rouge, East Feliciana, Iberville, Jefferson, Livingston, Orleans, St. Helena, St. John the Baptist, St. Tammany, Tangipahoa, and Washington?

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    3.Are you a first-generation student? First-generation student- a student whose                parents did not graduate from a 4-year college with a bachelor’s degree

    4.Are you a low-income student?  For example, if your family size (yourself and                dependents) is two and your taxable income is less than $25,860, you are                    considered low income and eligible for EOC services.

If you answered YES to Question #3 or #4 and are 19 years of age or older, you can receive EOC services. EOC will pay your application and testing fee. We can also assist you in applying for financial aid and completing the Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA).