Sponsored by Delta Sigma Theta Sorority, Incorporated
Funded by the US Department of Education

MAKING EDUCATION

A PRIORITY

The Maryland Educational Opportunity Center, a federal TRIO program, is one of 139 Educational Opportunity Centers in the country. Since 1968, MEOC (formerly Direct Search for Talent) has helped thousands of participants who have enrolled in schools and have been awarded millions of dollars in financial aid, including grants, scholarships and loans.

MEOC helps first generation college students, unemployed and low-wage workers, veterans, citizens returning from incarceration, citizens with former addictions, high school drop outs, and college students entering or continuing a program in postsecondary education.
MEOC helps individuals exploring GED programs, workforce development training, license and certifications programs, associate, bachelors and master’s degree programs.

OUR SERVICES

The Maryland Educational Opportunity Center (MEOC) is a community based program that provides free counseling, information and technical assistance to adults and youths interested in going to college or other postsecondary schools.

Career Planning

Workshops on a variety of topics—motivation, self-esteem, career decision making

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College Admissions and Support

Guidance to help high school students and adults select the right college and program

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FAFSA

The Free Application for Federal Student Aid, known as the FAFSA, is a form every student must fill out in order to get federal financial aid for college

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Financial Literacy

Check out college admissions, financial aid and scholarship information, and other available resources

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GED Services

We provide excellent support for those interested in preparing for the GED: Practice tests, referrals, and online tutoring for GED test preparation

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Workforce Development

Explore other educational and training options available for the non-traditional college bound person.

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Let Us Help You

at MEOC

The Maryland Educational Opportunity Center (MEOC) has experienced counselors that will help you complete education admission applications, FAFSA, apply for scholarships, academic career choices, workforce development, license and certification programs, and so much more

"Develop a passion for learning. If you do, you will never cease to grow".

Anthony J. D'Angelo

MEOC Success

MEOC has assisted 100,000+ students with completing college applications, completing FAFSA applications, applying and receiving grants and scholarships, enroll and successfully complete GED requirements.

Funded by the U.S. Department of Education
Sponsored by the national office of Delta Sigma Theta Sorority, Incorporated

About Us

MEOC is a community based program that provides free counseling, information and technical assistance to adults and youths interested in going to college or other postsecondary schools.