Navigating tech access at UC Berkeley can be challenging, but the Educational Opportunity Program (EOP) has tech resources here to help. This page provides essential tools, discounts, and support to make technology more affordable and accessible for EOP students. Looking for additional resources? Check out tailored support for Black students, graduate students, new students, soon-to-graduate students, and students with disabilities.
Don’t pay the full price on new devices and software! Make sure to take advantage of student discounts from major retailers and software.
On-Campus Printing: Print at over 20 campus locations for a low fee. Open Computing Facility (OCF): Free printing, scanning, and computer lab access.
How long does it take to apply to STEP?
Form takes about ~5 minutes to complete!
How long does it take to hear back from STEP?
You'll hear about your application anywhere from 1-2 weeks.
What technology is available for loans?
Students can view our hardware page to see what's available.
Who is eligible for EOP tech resources?
The Educational Opportunity Program (EOP) offers technology resources to support students who meet specific eligibility criteria. To qualify for EOP services, students must be undergraduates and meet one or more of the following criteria:
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Low-income: Eligible for Pell Grant or Dream Act Scholarship as verified by the Financial Aid and Scholarships Office.
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First-generation college student: Neither parent has graduated from a four-year college or university in the United States.
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Historically underrepresented: Identifies as African-American, Chicanx/Latinx, Native American, or Pacific Islander.
This page was last updated 2/20/25