Rhode Island Educational Opportunity Center

To learn about current hours or schedule an appointment, please call the main office at 401.455.6028 or email [email protected] – we will respond.

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Here is a list of our free, one-to-one confidential services

Pick the right college or training program for you
Complete Admissions applications and essays
Complete Financial Aid Forms – FAFSA
Identify and apply for scholarships
Career exploration
Assistance with resolving student loan issues
Special activities to help transition to college life
GED and ESL referrals
Admission and Transfer fee waivers

We provide free services to qualified adults who are U.S. Citizens or Permanent Residents without a four-year college degree. Our participants are primarily (but not restricted to):

First-generation to go to college
Age 19 or Older with limited incomes and/or
Veterans and Military-connected family members
Unaccompanied, Homeless or Foster Care Youth

Do I have to be accepted to CCRI to use RIEOC services?

RIEOC services are available no matter which college you may attend. While CCRI is an exceptional college, another college or program maybe a better fit. Our goal is to prepare you for your future.

Schedule an appointment or stop by our offices

All offices have easy access to public transportation, are fully accessible, and offer free parking.

Evening Hours are available at our Providence location.

Schedule an appointment with an RIEOC counselor online or by phone at 401-455-6028.