UC EOP Eligibility

<p>I read that at UCs EOP eligibility is based on family income, size and parent’s education level.</p>

<p>My family income is around $24000 for 3 people. (Mom, me, little brother)
My mom did attend San Jose State University but did not graduate.</p>

<p>Would I be eligible for EOP?</p>

<p>Also, would EOP help give me a higher chance of acceptance if I’m ineligible for regular admission? (Applying for admission by exception, reason is stated here: <a href=“http://talk.collegeconfidential.com/what-my-chances/1031313-uc-admission-exception-chances.html[/url]”>http://talk.collegeconfidential.com/what-my-chances/1031313-uc-admission-exception-chances.html</a>)</p>

<p>Thanks</p>

<p>You should qualify. EOP is a program offered on the UC campus, whether you qualify for it won’t affect how admissions evaluate your application (but you may receive additional consideration because you are low-income and first generation).</p>