After reading these EOP Alumni Testimonials, I learned a lot of things. First of all, I learned that the students of the testimonials consider EOP was most likely close to a family for them, the program provided them opportunities and challenges throughout their college years. Even though at the beginning some of them were scared to leave their home, they realize that EOP and SUNY New Paltz is also their home. However, I would describe EOP to a high school student interested in college as a program which gives you the opportunity to be in the college because the college sees potential in students who can’t afford college. EOP provides extra financial aid to students in the program. Be eligible for the program it's required to have a certain