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Educational Opportunity Fund
 
Mission
The Educational Opportunity Fund Program is dedicated to providing access to higher education for New Jersey residents who demonstrate potential and motivation to succeed in college, but would not be able to attend without the financial assistance and special support services that are an integral part of this program.
 
What is the EOF program?
The Educational Opportunity Fund was established in 1968 by the Legislature of
the State of New Jersey. The program offers a gateway to Higher Education for those students who are highly motivated, but are significantly burdened by economic and academic disadvantages.
 
EOF at Burlington County College
Students who enroll through the EOF program at Burlington County College begin by participating in a one-day orientation program that introduces achieving behaviors such as persistence, sustained concentration, risk-taking and teamwork. These concepts are reinforced through a series of workshops provided throughout the academic year.
 
Who is eligible for EOF?
You are eligible to apply for EOF if you:
  • Plan to enroll full-time and pursue a degree or credit certificate program.
  • Have held legal residence in New Jersey for at least the last 12 months.
  • Have demonstrated a need for supplemental academic support as determined by the College Assesment.
  • Have both the potential and motivation to succeed in college as determined by a personal interview.
  • Demonstrate need for substantial financial assistance, determined through the your submission of the Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA) form in accordance with the EOF Financial Aid Guidelines.
 
EOF Income Eligibility Scale 2006/2007
Household Size
Gross Income (not to exceed)
1
$ 19,140
2
$ 25,660
3
$ 32,180
4
$ 38,700
5
$ 45,220
6
$ 51,740
7
$ 53,420
8
$ 59,460
Add $ 6,040 for each additional member of the household
 
What types of support does EOF provide?
 
Financial Support
Virtually all aspects of your college experience including books and tuition can be funded through the EOF program and other sources of financial aid, depending on eligibility requirements as determined by the State.
 
Academic Support
The EOF program takes a holistic approach to insuring a student's success. Students can expect all the support necessary to achieve their maximum potential. The program is unique in it's comprehensive counseling agenda that includes workshops in academic advisement, career, personal and financial counseling.
 
How do I apply?
 
Eligible students should submit:
  • The Burlington County College Admissions Application - Apply Online
  • The Burlington County College EOF Application - Download EOF Application
  • Verification of your family's taxable/untaxable income with the EOF application to the EOF Office. (Consideration for entrance into the program will not be awarded without the appropriate documentation. )
 
It is essential that you complete:
Without them neither financial aid nor EOF will be awarded. For further Financial Aid aid information, or to request Financial Aid Applications, you may call (609) 894-9311 or (856) 222-9311, extension 1462, or contact the EOF Office at extension 7462.
 
For more information or to apply:
Educational Opportunity Fund Office
Student Services Center
Parker Center
Pemberton Campus
 
Contacts
 
Penny McPherson Barnes, Director
(609) 894-9311 extension 1537
pmcphers@bcc.edu
 
Rhonda Beckett, Counselor
(609) 894-9311, extension 2788
rbeckett@bcc.edu
 
Michael Whiting, Program Specialist
(609) 894-9311 extension 1671
mwhiting@bcc.edu
 
Cheryl Sheehan, Secretary
(609) 894-9311 extension 1462
csheehan@bcc.edu
 
See Also:
Student Resources
 
 
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