Powerful new tools redefining how campuses work, connect and grow.
Higher education is undergoing a huge transformation. Enrollment pressures, shifting reporting requirements and evolving mandates from the Department of Education are redefining what colleges must deliver, all while teams are being asked to do more with fewer resources than ever.
To stay ahead of these changes, institutions need modern digital tools that amplify efficiency, streamline communication and elevate the student experience at every touchpoint.
That’s why we’re thrilled to introduce CoreCampus, the next evolution of the Campus Cafe student information system.
Over the past year, Campus Cafe Software has launched powerful new features and enhancements so significant they inspired a complete brand refresh.
The CoreCampus name reflects exactly what our platform provides: a strong, centralized foundation for colleges and universities to operate, grow and innovate.
CoreCampus is a modern student information system built with ERP-level strength. It becomes your institution’s digital center of excellence, supporting mission-critical operational and administrative functions with clarity, control and unmatched efficiency.
With more than 35 years serving higher education, we understand the demands placed on administrators, staff, faculty and students, and why a reliable, intuitive digital foundation is essential for success.
From the first prospect inquiry to graduation and beyond, CoreCampus transforms how institutions manage data, resources and student services. The entire student lifecycle – from admissions, financial aid and academics to advising, housing, billing, engagement and more — flows seamlessly through one integrated platform and one single source of truth.
And the timing couldn’t be better.
CoreCampus empowers stakeholders across campus with the capabilities they need most, especially when resources are stretched thin.
Whether you’re a registrar optimizing course availability, a student tracking your path to graduation, a financial aid officer managing federal reporting or an admissions team nurturing prospective students, CoreCampus makes every process faster, smarter and more connected.
Even better, our fully unified platform ensures every department is always working from the most accurate, up-to-date information.
CoreCampus is a game changer and we’re excited to show you why. Here’s how our platform is leveling up higher education technology.
Why Schools Need Better Digital Tools
Technology now sits at the center of every critical function in higher education. The era of paper applications, manual data entry and spreadsheet-driven processes is long gone. Today’s institutions simply can’t afford inefficiency or errors.
Campus leaders, administrators, staff, faculty and students all expect fast, dependable access to real-time information. And when institutions operate on a unified, modern technology platform, they gain smoother operations, reduced administrative strain and stronger cross-campus collaboration.
A powerful digital experience also elevates the student journey. A user-friendly self-service portal provides instant access to important account details. From billing and financial aid to course registration and degree progress, students can confidently manage their academic and financial life without adding extra work for busy school staff.
Where Many Systems Fall Short of Schools’ Needs
The market is filled with platforms that promise to modernize campus operations, but when it comes to real impact, not every ed-tech partner measures up.
Many SIS solutions cover the basics for admissions, registrar and finance workflows, yet fail to deliver the sophisticated functionality today’s institutions require. The most common shortfalls include:
- Lack of functionality for data analytics and reporting needs
- Pricey customizations
- Lack of real-time integration with essential third-party software
- Limited tools to automate key functions
- Outsourced training and technical support
- Owners who are not experts in the higher education tech field
These challenges often worsen over time, especially when vendors innovate slowly or charge steep add-on fees for new modules or integrations, all of which leave institutions stuck with tools that can’t scale as their needs evolve.
Ownership plays a critical role as well. When an SIS provider is backed by investors with little connection to higher-education technology (such as private equity firms) their business model can shift in ways that jeopardize system quality, stability and long-term support.
What If Your SIS Goes Under?
When a PE firm gets involved with an SIS vendor, the consequences could range from minor adjustments to the worst-case scenario: disruptions or cessation of service.
How CoreCampus is Redefining Higher Education Technology
While many systems fall short, CoreCampus stands apart by delivering a powerful, modern solution backed by more than 35 years of higher-education expertise and continuous product innovation.
We understand the realities campus professionals face because we’ve lived them. Our team is deeply rooted in higher ed, giving us unmatched insight into the operational challenges that institutions navigate every day.
Over the decades, we’ve partnered with colleges, universities, community colleges, career and trade schools, and institutions of every size to shape a flexible, configurable system that adapts to each school’s unique workflows.
The CoreCampus platform is continually enhanced with new modules and tools that simplify operations and elevate the user experience. Even better, many members of our team have worked directly in IT, registrar, admissions and other critical departments. We know exactly what support looks like on the ground.
CoreCampus delivers far more than a standard SIS, offering advanced capabilities such as:
- Software that powers essential financial functions, including online payments, integrated general ledger tools and a complete financial aid suite.
- A built-in CRM to streamline communications, automate workflows, and trigger timely alerts and notifications.
- Academic-focused modules designed to simplify course registration, course management and grade book updates.
- Native integration capabilities that enable seamless, real-time data exchange with leading third-party apps, including top LMS platforms like Canvas and Brightspace.
And we’re just getting started.
The CoreCampus Platform’s New Features to Improve Customer Experiences
With decades of experience behind us, we’re elevating our platform even further. CoreCampus is evolving into a next-generation ERP designed to meet – and anticipate – the needs of modern institutions. Here’s a look at some of our exciting new developments:
Stripe Payment System
Schools want faster, easier payment options, so we delivered. CoreCampus now integrates directly with Stripe, enabling students to pay online using credit cards, debit cards, digital wallets (Apple Pay, Google Pay) or bank transfers. It’s simple, secure and built for today’s digital-native learners.
Continuing Education Course Registration System
Many institutions offer non-credit continuing education courses that require a different workflow from traditional degree programs. Our new shopping cart–style registration system makes it effortless for students to select one or multiple classes, add them to their cart, and check out in just a few clicks to streamline enrollment and payment for these high-demand offerings.
General Ledger Accounting Software
Our fully integrated general ledger module centralizes financial tracking, enhances accuracy and simplifies reporting across departments. Institutions gain tighter financial control, improved visibility and a smoother path to smarter decision-making.
Core Community
To help our customers connect and grow, we launched Community Circle: A members-only online forum where CoreCampus users can exchange ideas, discuss challenges and share best practices. It’s also the central hub for platform updates, regulatory news and insights from our expanding team of experts.
Open APIs
We’re expanding our open API capabilities to allow schools to integrate with virtually any third-party tool they choose. Whether it’s supporting admissions, operations, billing or other campus functions, our API framework gives institutions more flexibility, more control and more opportunities to customize while leveraging the full power of the CoreCampus platform.
Coming Soon: “Core-E” AI Assistant
Meet Core-E, our new AI chatbot designed to complement our Knowledge Base and responsive support team. Core-E helps users quickly find answers, access documentation and submit support tickets.
Students can also use Core-E to get immediate help with billing, financial aid, registration, course details and degree progress. The result? A dramatic reduction in the workload on campus staff.
V. What’s Next?
As we continue to grow, our mission remains unwavering: to deliver modern, intuitive, and powerful technology that supports the full student lifecycle and empowers every department on campus.
We’re expanding our product offerings, strengthening our team and building tools that anticipate the evolving needs of higher education.
CoreCampus is redefining what’s possible in student information management and we’re only getting started.
Ready to see CoreCampus in action? Contact us today for a free demo.
