El Centro
El Centro, your one-stop bilingual resource center is dedicated to Chicanx/Latinx and low-income student success.
We provide:
- Bilingual (Spanish/English) student support services
- Academic, career, and personal Counseling
- Peer Support with applying to Chabot, registering for classes, completing forms, and navigating online platforms.
- Free Printing
- Study Lounge & Computer Lab
- New! Éxito Scholars
- New! Bilingual (Spanish/English) Writing and Reading Tutoring
Tú éxito es nuestra meta | Your success is our goal
Hours of Operation
We are open for in-person services to answer general questions, help apply to Chabot, register for classes, and/or provide technical support (e.g. Zonemail, Canvas, DegreeWorks).
El Centro will be CLOSED on:
- November 11: Veterans' Day
- November 26 to 27: Thanksgiving Holiday
Our hours for Fall 2026 are:
| Day of the Week | In-Person Hours |
| Monday | 9am-12pm & 1pm-4:30pm |
| Tuesday | 9am-12pm & 1pm-7pm |
| Wednesday | 9am-12pm & 1pm-4:30pm |
| Thursday | 9am-12pm & 1pm-4:30pm |
| Friday | 8:30am-1pm |
*Hours are subject to change without notice
Academic & Career Counseling
We have 1-hour bilingual counseling appointments available for in-person, via Zoom or phone call. Appointments can be scheduled by calling (510)723-6714 or visiting El Centro.
- Career/Major Exploration
- Personal/emotional concerns
- Associate Degree and University transfer planning
- Evaluation of progress toward graduation or transfer
- Course Planning, 3 or more semesters (SEP) comprehensive
- Academic Standing: Probation
- Evaluating a transcript from another college
Counseling Drop-ins are short sessions between 10 and 15 minutes long and operate on a first-come, first-served basis. Drop-ins are designed for quick questions or immediate assistance.
- Support and questions regarding your academic goals
- Academic/Progress Probation 1
- One semester academic planning (SEPA)
- Submitting counseling forms - for example: Excess units, Petition to repeat, Prerequisite overrides & challenges, Prerequisite challenges, Substitution waivers.
Give us a call at (510)723-6714 to inquire about our Counseling Drop-in Hours.
Financial Aid Advising
For financial aid assistance, please visit the Financial Aid Office and ask to schedule an appointment with Remi (Financial Aid Advisor).
Éxito Scholars
Éxito Scholars is a program designed for full-time students and provides support to help you stay focused, connected, and on track toward your academic goals.
As an Éxito Scholar, you will have access to:
- Structured counseling: Personalized guidance to help you navigate your college journey.
- Academic enrichment: Build skills and knowledge through engaging workshops.
- Support toward your goals: Find your éxito — your success — with support along the way.
Elligibility Requirements:
- Enrolled full-time (12 units)
- Not already in another special program
If you are interested in receiving additional support and becoming part of Éxito Scholars, we encourage you to complete the interest form:
Bilingual Writing and Reading Tutoring
We are collaborating with the WRAC this semester to offer Bilingual (Spanish/English) Writing & Reading Tutoring at El Centro!
Need help on your essay, editing a speech, dissecting a reading or other reading and writing related support?
Consider stopping by during tutoring hours which are available:
- Monday: 1pm-3pm
- Friday: 10am-12pm
Need Support or Have Questions?
Connect with our Student Assistants by calling or visiting in person. They support with registering for classes, paying fees, scheduling appointments, and much more!
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