Empower Your Future: Take the Next Step Toward Postsecondary Education with EOC  

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The TRIO Educational Opportunity Center (EOC) at St. Petersburg College is a federally-funded grant program supported by the U.S. Department of Education. EOC provides FREE educational advising, guidance, and support to eligible individuals seeking to pursue postsecondary education and workforce training opportunities.

Now serving Pinellas and Hillsborough counties, EOC assists high school seniors, first-time college students, returning adults, and individuals exploring career and workforce pathways.

Whether you are preparing to attend college, want to earn your GED, learn a trade, complete the FAFSA, explore careers, returning to completing your education after years away, or seeking opportunities to advance your career, our advisors are here to help you navigate the process.

Our mission is to expand access to postsecondary education and workforce opportunities by providing individuals with the knowledge, resources, and support needed to achieve their educational and career goals.

Although EOC is housed at St. Petersburg College, our services are available to eligible individuals pursuing educational opportunities at any college, university, technical school, or other eligible postsecondary institution.

Your Future Starts Here — Let EOC Help You Take the Next Step!

Complete the next step by completing the intake form

INTAKE FORM

EOC provides FREE guidance, resources, and support to help you achieve your educational and career goals.

  • College Admissions and Enrollment Assistance – Guidance with college applications, admissions requirements, enrollment, and readmission processes.
  • FAFSA and Financial Aid Assistance – Help completing the FAFSA and understanding financial aid options, including grants, scholarships, and student loans.
  • Educational Planning and Guidance – Individualized support to explore postsecondary education options and develop educational goals.
  • College Entrance Exams and Testing Support – Information on college entrance examinations, test preparation resources, and available testing vouchers.
  • GED and Alternative Education Guidance – Assistance exploring GED programs, high school completion options, and alternative education pathways.
  • Career Exploration and Workforce Pathways – Guidance on career opportunities, workforce training programs, technical education, and industry-recognized certifications.
  • Financial and Economic Literacy – Resources and workshops to help individuals understand budgeting, financial planning, and educational expenses.
  • Educational Workshops, College Tours and Resources – Opportunities to participate in college readiness workshops, campus tours, career presentations, and other educational activities that support postsecondary planning and success.

EOC participants must be:

  • A U.S. citizen, national, permanent resident
  • Must be at least 19+ or under 19 and not served by a TRIO Talent Search project.
  • Desire: Expresses an interest in pursuing or continuing postsecondary education

Who We Serve

  • First-Generation College Students: (neither parent has a four-year bachelor’s) degree)
  • Low-Income Individuals: Those who meet the Federal TRIO Programs Current-Year Low-Income Levels | U.S. Department of Education
  • Individuals from Underrepresented Populations: Including individuals with disabilities, those experiencing homelessness, and current or former foster youth.
  • Veterans (of any age qualify), those in foster care, or homeless/at risk of homelessness
  • High school seniors
  • Adults wanting to return to college

Not Sure If You Qualify?

Our EOC team is here to help! Contact us to learn more about eligibility and how our FREE services can support your educational and career goals.

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Tamica Green, Program Director
727-341-4399
green.tamica@spcollege.edu

Vivica Roberson, Post Secondary Advisor - North County
727-341-3514
roberson.vivica@spcollege.edu

Postsecondary Advisor - South County
Position Vacant
For assistance, please contact:
trioeoc@spcollege.edu

Office email
trioeoc@spcollege.edu

Office phone
727-341-3048

Locations
St. Petersburg College – St. Petersburg/Gibbs Campus
6605 5th Avenue North
St. Petersburg, FL 33705
Social Arts Building (SA), Room 111

St. Petersburg College – Clearwater Campus
2465 Drew Street
Clearwater, FL 33765
Student Services Building (SS), Room 173

Hours
Monday – Thursday | 8:30 a.m. – 4:30 p.m.
Friday 8:30 a.m. – 2:30 p.m.

Advisor availability may vary due to outreach activities and scheduled appointments. We encourage individuals to schedule an appointment in advance to ensure assistance is available.

Office Hours
Our department operates Monday through Friday, from 8:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. Please note that advisors' availability may vary. To meet with a specific advisor, we recommend scheduling an appointment in advance.

This material is based upon work supported by the U.S. Department of Education under the TRIO - Educational Opportunity Center PR/Award No. 26D60SO000017. Any opinions, findings, and conclusions or recommendations expressed in this material are those of the author(s) and do not reflect the views of the U.S. Department of Educatio

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