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The mission of NEOA is to advocate for access to and success in postsecondary education for low-income individuals, first generation college students, and students with disabilities and to develop the skills and knowledge of educational opportunity professionals working with this population.
The New England Educational Opportunity Association, or NEOA, is an organization of professionals who are actively interested in insuring equal educational opportunities in higher education. Founded in 1976, NEOA has membership of more than 300 educators throughout the six New England states: Connecticut, Maine, Massachusetts, New Hampshire, Rhode Island, and Vermont.
News and Recent Updates
SAVE THE DATE for the 2027 NEOA Conference in Manchester, NH!
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Two FREE Upcoming PD Workshops in November!
Student Loan Education & Empowerment Workshop | November 12, 2026 from 6:00-7:30PM
The Question Before the Plan: Deeper Student Conversations in Limited Time | November 18, 2026 from 3:00-4:00PM
TRIO and GEAR UP Advocacy Resources: Visit our Advocacy Page and our Press Room Page
2026-2027 NEOA Membership Portal Now Open - Join Today!