• The Connecticut Association of Educational Opportunity Programs (CAEOP) is a statewide volunteer organization committed to promoting post-secondary educational access and retention for populations traditionally underrepresented in higher education. We assist middle school, high school, and college students, as well as adults returning to school.

    CAEOP members are made up of teachers, counselors, and administrators working at all levels of education, as well as other professionals who are committed to the principle and promotion of equal educational opportunity for all Connecticut citizens.

  • CAEOP promotes post-secondary educational opportunities for populations traditionally underrepresented in higher education. To achieve this mission, CAEOP:

    • Engages in activities which strengthen the organization as a voice and advocate for underrepresented populations

    • Works to expand educational opportunity programs throughout Connecticut

    • Communicates and collaborates with educational opportunity professionals

    • Raises public awareness of the needs of first-generation, low-income students

    • Provides training, professional development, and research material to educational opportunities program staff

    • Forms partnerships and coalitions with organizations and individuals who have an interest in advancing educational opportunity programs

    • Supports regional and national organizations that advocate for TRIO and other educational opportunity programs