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Happy Spring Quarter!

EOPS/CARE/NextUP/GSP office at De Anza College supports students who are economically and educationally disadvantaged – including students who are single parents or foster ouths – so they can achieve their academic goals.

In addition to providing counseling, resources and other types of assistance, we are here to advocate for your success!

You'll find more information about our programs on this website, or feel free to contact us with any questions.

Joining EOPS/CARE/NextUp/GSP 

The applications to join EOPS/CARE/NextUp/Guardian Scholars for Fall 2026 will be open soon. Please check back for further information.

If you are a foster youth, please contact the main office for assistance. You can apply at any time.

Please add your name and contact information to our Interest list. We'll send you the link to apply for Fall 2026 when it becomes available. 


Important key Dates for Spring 2026

  • Monday, April 6: First day of Spring Quarter.
  • Monday, April 27: Summer 2026 Priority Registration day
  • Saturday, May 23 - Monday, May 25: Memorial Day Weekend - no classes; office closed
  • Friday, June 19: Juneteenth Holiday - no classes, office closed
  • Monday, June 22 - Friday, June 26: Final exams
  • Saturday, June 27: 25-26 Graduation Ceremony
  • Monday, July 27: Fall 2026 Priority Registration

Please click here to view the complete list of the Important dates and the Drop-in schedule for Spring 2026.


EOPS – Extended Opportunity Programs and Services 

EOPS provides services such as counseling, priority registration, transfer support and in some cases financial grants to eligible students who are educationally or economically disadvantaged.


CARE – Cooperative Agencies Resource for Education 

CARE provides additional services for eligible EOPS students who are single parents and receive cash aid public assistance.


NextUp and GSP - Guardian Scholars Program

These two programs are designed specifically to support eligible students who are current or former foster youth.


Latest Updates

  • If you have questions regarding book vouchers or equipment loans, please contact Jared Camacho at camachoramirezjared@deanza.edu
  • All general questions and appointment requests should be directed to our front desk at eops@deanza.edu or 408-864-8950.
  • Counseling and academic advising is available in person or online.

EOPS/CARE/NextUp/GSP

EOPS staff holding sign for 50th anniversary

Contact Us

408.864.8950
eops@deanza.edu

Ammalinh Chan
EOPS Supervisor

chanammalinh@deanza.edu

Melinda Hughes
Faculty Assistant Director

hughesmelinda@deanza.edu


Office Location

Campus Center, Lower Level Room 140
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Campus Center exterior

Spring 2026 Office Schedule

  • Monday-Thursday: 8:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m.
  • Friday: 8:30 a.m. to 12:00 p.m.
  • Call us at 408.864.8950 or email eops@deanza.edu
  • Visit our Contact Us webpage for more ways to reach us

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