About cafécollege
About Us
cafécollege is a one-stop resource center designed to help students of all ages navigate their path to higher education. Administered by San Antonio Education Partnership (SAEP) and supported by the City of San Antonio, Department of Human Services, cafécollege provides free, comprehensive college and career advising to the San Antonio community.
Launched in 2010 by then-Mayor Julián Castro and key community partners, cafécollege was created to ensure that every student—regardless of background—has access to the information and support needed to pursue a college degree or career credential. Since its inception, cafécollege has served thousands of youth and adults, guiding them toward their educational and career goals.
What We Offer
- One-on-One College Advising – Personalized guidance on college applications, financial aid, scholarships, career exploration, and more.
- Workshops & Events – Free virtual and in-person sessions covering topics like financial aid, career pathways, and college readiness.
- Outreach Services – Schools, community groups, and other organizations can request an advisor to deliver on-site workshops for larger groups, based on availability.
- Meeting Space – Nonprofit and civic organizations whose missions support higher education may request to use our meeting rooms, pending availability. Rooms are intended for meetings or trainings offered at no cost to participants.
Visit cafécollege to get started on your path to college and career success.
“cafécollege was so helpful in getting me through the process and removing the barriers I had placed in my mind that were keeping me from going back to school.”
- Jennifer N., Adult Learner
Meet the Full Team
cafécollege is administered by the San Antonio Education Partnership (SAEP). While our advisors are the friendly faces you meet at cafécollege, they’re part of the larger SAEP team working to support your journey every step of the way.