Educational Opportunity Center
CENTER CAMPUS
303 North Main
Room C207
Harrison, AR 72601
870-391-3524
Call for more information: 1-800-257-8690
ALL SERVICES ARE FREE!
Educational Opportunity Center helps adults 19+ who would be first generation college students, gain admission or re-admission to college and find financial assistance for their education. Services include assistance with completing college admission and financial aid applications; GED program referrel; academic advising; and career counseling.
What is Educational Opportunity Center (EOC)?
The Educational Opportunity Center is a program, funded by the U.S. Department of Education, designed to assist adults, 19+, in obtaining postsecondary education (education beyond high school/GED level).
Established in 1972; Education Amendments of 1972 (P.L. 92-318)
Who is Eligible?
U.S. citizens who:
Live in the following 12 counties in Arkansas: Baxter, Boone, Carroll, Fulton, Izard, Madison, Marion, Newton, Searcy, Sharp, Stone and Van Buren.
Are 19 years of age or older
Are enrolled or want to enroll in a program of postsecondary education.
What services are available?
Recruitment- Identifying individuals interested in furthering their education.
Information- Postsecondary admissions and financial aid.
Counseling- Academic, career and postsecondary enrollment.
Technical Assistance- Help in preparing applications for financial aid and postsecondary admissions.
Resources Center- Books, videos and software on educational opportunities, job readiness, basic skills, personal improvement, career information and exploration.
Referral- To GED/ABE classes and other agencies for services not provided by EOC.
How are the services provided?
Course information
Personal counseling
Career workshops
Information on postsecondary educational opportunities
Information on student financial assistance
Assistance in completing applications for college admissions, testing, and financial aid
Coordination with nearby postsecondary institutions