With the help of an Educational Access Specialist, you can start the process of achieving your educational goals! Your EOC Educational Access Specialist will assist you in deciding

• whether to obtain a college degree or vocational-technical certificate,
• choosing between public or private educational institutions,
• selecting a college major,
• discussing timelines and deadlines,
• explaining the steps to successful enrollment and/or
• obtaining your GED or high school diploma.

Educational Access Specialists assist you in identifying or redefining career goals. Advising is facilitated and can cover the following services: career inventories, vocational interests, academic skills, personal values, and individual preferences related to a career choice. Job and earnings outlook information may also be discussed.

Educational Opportunity Center offers GED/HiSET vouchers on a limited basis. Additionally, we can assist you in finding in-person or virtual classes for GED or HSE preparation that best fits your needs. After you achieve your HSE certification, we can assist you with additional services to further your educational goals.

***The State of Colorado currently recognizes two tests as High School Equivalency (HSE). GED and HiSET are the two official tests available. Learn more.

Our educational access specialists can explain the financial aid process, including information on the four student financial aid programs: grants, work-study, loans, and scholarships. They can also help you complete the appropriate applications. Apply Early! The FAFSA application is available every October for the following school year. Make an appointment to start the process.

​Additionally, the EOC offers financial literacy coaching to help you with personal and educational financial planning.  Please meet with our coach (in person or virtually) to establish your financial goals and develop a plan. Schedule your appointment today.  

The EOC hosts workshops at our various sites across the metro area and at the Auraria Campus in Denver. At Auraria, we partner with the CCD Resource Center, which also offers student workshops on an ongoing basis. Review the Student Success Workshop schedule. Workshop topics include digital literacy, career advising, educational financial literacy, scholarship searches, how to pick a major, and more.  We are excited to roll out our Digital Library, allowing anyone to access our content from anywhere.