Educational Opportunity Program (EOP)
You can succeed in college. EOP can help.
SUNY Sullivan’s Educational Opportunity Program is an academic support program for New York State residents who aim to reach their full potential.
EOP provides academic support and supplemental financial support to first-time, full-time students who show promise. The program is designed to help foster confidence and motivate students toward success.
EOP provides academic and financial support to help you succeed at SUNY Sullivan.
As an EOP student, you’ll get proven, tailored support services to help you enroll and succeed in college, including:
- Hands-on academic and career advising, tutoring, and personal counseling to support you from enrollment through graduation
- Modest financial support to help close the gaps for things like textbooks and supplies
- Individualized and Group Tutoring
- Access to ongoing Student Success Workshops
- Access to our Sullivan Scholar Summer Academy, a pre-freshman summer program to help you transition to college life
- Ability to transfer to any EOP/HEOP/SEEK Program at a 4-year college
- A supportive, proud, and loyal community of fellow EOP students and alumni
EOP Eligibility
If you would like to be considered for admission to EOP, please review the residential, academic, and income eligibility criteria below. If you meet the criteria, please proceed to the steps outlined lower in this page. If you have any questions or concerns, please contact us at eop@sunysullivan.edu.
Summer Program Requirements
- Required to attend the Sullivan Scholar Summer Academy
- Required to take 3 college credits
- Must participate in tutoring and academic counseling
- Must attend all workshops
NOTE: The program runs for four weeks Monday-Thursday, July 6th-July 30th, 2026.
EOP APPLICATION PROCESS
STEP 1
Complete EOP Application
Complete this application in addition to the general application. If you have not applied to SUNY Sullivan please do so here.
For English Fall 2026, click here
For Spanish Fall 2026, click here
Students must apply for EOP by June 26, 2026 if they plan to attend in Fall 2026.
The mandatory Sullivan Scholar Summer Academy begins July 6th.
STEP 2
Submit Financial Information
We need proof that you qualify for EOP based on economic eligibility. Please complete the Financial Information Form here for Fall.
STEP 3
Receive an Invitation for an Interview
After we have reviewed your application and verified eligibility for all required categories we will invite you to schedule an interview. Be prepared to bring your biggest supporter with you to meet the Director of EOP. During this interview, we will learn more about you and you will learn more about EOP.
STEP 4
Receive Your Decision Letter
You will receive a letter and an email with your acceptance or rejection letter regarding your EOP application.
Note: Deadline to submit decision for Fall start is July 1st, 2026.
*Admission to EOP will continue on a rolling basis. Because need exceeds capacity within the broad eligible populations, eligibility in itself does not provide entitlement to entry.
MEET THE EOP STAFF
Esther Fitzgerald
Director of EOP
Office: E203
efitzgerald@sunysullivan.edu
845-434-5750 x3187
"Today is achievable because tomorrow was conquered." - Esther Fitzgerald
Roland Hasbrouck
EOP Counselor
Office: E203
rhasbrouck@sunysullivan.edu
845-434-5750 x4338
"No matter what people tell you, words and ideas can change the world." - Robin Williams
Megan Yelekli
EOP Office Manager
Office: E203
myelekli@sunysullivan.edu
845-434-5750 x3198
“I don’t know what lies around the bend, but I’m going to believe the best does.”
- LM Montgomery, Anne of Green Gables
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