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EOF Program

Preparing students for college completion, transfer to four-year colleges, career success, and responsible citizenship.

The Educational Opportunity Fund (EOF) at Brookdale Community College is a state-supported program designed to provide financial assistance and personalized academic support to students from educationally and economically disadvantaged backgrounds. Our mission is to empower students—many of whom are the first in their families to attend college—to achieve their academic, personal, and professional goals.

EOF offers student-centered advising, academic coaching, and enrichment opportunities that foster growth and success. From orientation through graduation, students receive the guidance and resources they need to navigate college life, build leadership skills, and plan for their future—whether that means transferring to a four-year institution or entering the workforce.

Since its inception in 1968, the EOF program has supported more than 50,000 graduates across New Jersey in earning associate, bachelor’s, master’s, doctoral, and professional degrees.

At Brookdale, EOF is committed to promoting college readiness, completion, and lifelong achievement—one student at a time.

Purpose and Goals

Access to Higher Education:
EOF ensures that students from disadvantaged backgrounds have the opportunity to attend college, even if they lack adequate preparation or financial resources.

Academic Success:
The program provides support services like tutoring, counseling, and developmental coursework to help students succeed academically.

Personal Development and Leadership:
EOF also focuses on personal development and leadership skills, preparing students for college and beyond.

Support Services

Financial Assistance:
EOF provides grants to help cover tuition, fees, books, and other costs.

Academic Support:
Tutoring, supplemental instruction, and developmental courses are offered to help students improve their academic skills.

Counseling and Advising:
EOF advisors provide guidance on academic planning, career choices, and financial aid.

Leadership and Career Development:
Students have opportunities to participate in leadership activities and internships.

Students admitted to the EOF program must meet both academic and financial eligibility requirements. Admission is based on evidence of promise and potential to succeed at the college level with the support of the EOF Program

To participate in the EOF program, you must meet the following requirements:

Eligibility

Students admitted to the EOF program must meet both academic and financial eligibility requirements. Admission is based on evidence of promise and potential to succeed at the college level with the support of the EOF Program

2024-2025 EOF Income Eligibility Scale with Asset Cap Calculation

Applicants with a Household Size of Gross Income (Not to Exceed) Max. Asset Cap (Not to Exceed)
1 $30,120 $6,024
2 $40,880 $8,176
3 $51,640 $10,328
4 $62,400 $12,480
5 $73,160 $14,632
6 $83,920 $16,784
7 $94,680 $18,936
8 $105,440 $21,088
8+ Add $10,760 for each additional family member Add $2,152 for each additional family member

EOF Membership Benefits

EOF Staff

Elizabeth Kruijssen, Director
ekruijssen@brookdalecc.edu

Julia Krampah, Assistant Director
jkrampah@brookdalecc.edu

Michael Rodriguez, Program Coordinator
michaelrodriguez@brookdalecc.edu

Richard Morales-Wright, Recruitment and Enrollment Specialist
rmwright@brookdalecc.edu

Thomas Roe, EOF Math Learning Assistant
troe@brookdalecc.edu

Kevin Nolan, Academic Advisor
knolan@brookdalecc.edu

Robert Shaloo, Academic Advisor
rshaloo@brookdale.edu

Tymier Branch, Academic Advisor
tbranch@brookdalecc.edu

Telephone: (732) 224-2510 | Fax: (732) 224-1969 | Email: eof@brookdalecc.edu | Location: CAR 105, Lincroft Campus

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