Free College is here for adults of all ages! As a nonprofit with a mission to get our Central Texas neighbors into great careers, Capital IDEA raises money for your college education. Each year, we raise enough to cover the tuition and textbooks for over 800 adults, just like you! Then we send you to college to get a free college degree in a high-demand career field. If you’re eligible for our program, your tuition and textbooks are already paid for by the generous support of our funders. If you’re serious about getting into a career with a future, sign up for a CareerUp information session to learn more.
We’re Proud of Our Partner Colleges!
Capital IDEA students have been placed in new careers
Most graduates TRIPLE their previous earnings
was the average starting wage for Capital IDEA students placed in 2023
Capital IDEA students received direct support in 2023
has been invested in our students’ tuition and books since Capital IDEA first opened in 1998
Updated: October 22, 2024 BIG NEWS — Residents of Travis County and/or City of Austin have until September 2025 to qualify under our NEW income guidelines and secure their seats in our Career Expressway program. The Career Expressway offers full tuition assistance, textbooks, and more. Residents who apply and get accepted during this temporary extension […]
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