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Austin Community College District
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Austin Community College District Academics
Austin Community College (ACC) District is fully accredited by the Commission on Colleges of the Southern Association of Colleges and Schools (SACS) with seven campuses and over ten centers throughout the Austin, Texas metropolitan area.
The college offers a variety of associate degrees including associate of arts (AA), associate of science (AS), and associate of applied science (AAS), as well as a number of certificate programs. Students who earn associate degrees either use them to enter the workforce or move onto four-year institutions to pursue a bachelor’s degree. The certificate programs provide real-world knowledge for entry-level positions in the workforce.
In addition, Austin Community College (ACC) District offers continuing education, international studies, distance learning online classes, adult education classes, community programs for all ages, apprenticeship programs for hands-on job training, customized training for area businesses, and a high school and pre-college program for high school students wanting a jump start on their college education.
Austin Community College District Admissions
Austin Community College (ACC) District is open to all students interested in furthering their education. To be admitted, students should have a high school diploma or equivalent; or, be a non-high school graduate who is at least 18 years old and shows the ability to benefit from college-level courses; or, a current high school sophomore or a home-schooled 16 year old and is academically ready for college-level courses.
To be considered to attend ACC District, prospective students should:
- submit an application for admission (students may do so online)
- take an assessment test
- meet with an advisor or counselor
- attend student orientation
Austin Community College District Financial Aid
Austin Community College (ACC) District has a variety of financial aid options for qualifying students, including grants, scholarships, loans, and work-study programs. The school provides a detailed website with a list of aid available as well as descriptions for each. All students are required to fill out a Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA) and a Financial Aid Institution Application to be considered.
Austin Community College District Students
Austin Community College (ACC) District is a commuter campus made up of seven campuses: Cypress Creek; Eastview; Northridge; Pinnacle; Rio Grande; Riverside; and, South Austin. ACC serves a wide range of students, including students preparing for four-year institutions, students seeking associate degrees and certificates, continuing education students, and working professionals.
ACC District offers many opportunities for its students including intramural sports and recreation, leadership programs, over 35 clubs and organizations, a shared governance committee, and a student newspaper—ACCENT—published 12 times a year and available in print and online.
ACC District also offers disability services and a library which provides online tutorials, an online catalog, as well as many articles and research information. Library hours vary by campus.
Austin Community College District Athletics
Austin Community College (ACC) District offers students several intramural sports including soccer, volleyball, and basketball. In addition to regularly scheduled games, each sport organizes its own tournament to wrap up the season.
Information Summary
Ranks 2109th overall and 98th in Texas
| Overall Score
On StateUniversity.com (about) |
50.9 |
|---|---|
| Total Cost
On-Campus Attendance |
$2,668 |
| Admission
Success rate |
N/A |
| Student Ratio
Ratio of students to faculty |
20 : 1 |
| Retention
(Full-Time / Part-Time) |
58% / 41% |
| Enrollment
Total (all students) |
33,039 |
Demographics – Main Campus and Surrounding Areas
Reported area around or near Austin, TX 78752
| Surrounding community | Large city (inside urban area, pop. over 250,000) |
|---|---|
| Total Population | 18,030 (18,030 urban / N/A rural) |
| Households | 6,862 (2.59 people per house) |
| Families | 3,418 (3.47 people per family) |
| Pop. — African American | 2,512 |
| Pop. — Asian | 518 |
| Pop. — Pacific Islander | 47 |
| Pop. — American Indian / Alaskan Native | 192 |
| Pop. — White (incl. Hispanic) | 9,444 |
| Pop. — Other | 5,864 |
Carnegie Foundation Classification
Associate's — Public Urban-serving Multicampus
| Undergraduate | Associates |
|---|---|
| Graduate | N/A |
| Undergraduate Population | Higher part-time two-year |
| Enrollment | Exclusively undergraduate two-year |
| Size & Setting | Very large two-year |
General Characteristics
| Highest offering | Associate's degree |
|---|---|
| Calendar System | Semester |
| Years of college work required | N/A |
| Variable Tuition |  |
Special Learning Opportunities
| Distance Learning | |
|---|---|
| ROTC — Army / Navy / Air Force |  —
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| Study Abroad | |
| Weekend College | |
| Teacher Certification | |
Student Tuition Costs and Fees
What are the typical tuition costs and fees for attending Austin Community College District?
Ranks 3013th for total cost of attendance
| In District | In State | Out of State | |
|---|---|---|---|
| FT Undergraduate Tuition | $1,170 | $3,540 | $8,280 |
| FT Undergraduate Required Fees | $498 | $498 | $498 |
| PT Undergraduate per Credit Hour | $39 | $118 | $276 |
| FT Graduate Tuition | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| FT Graduate Required Fees | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| PT Graduate per Credit Hour | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Total Cost of Attendance — On-Campus | $2,668 | $5,038 | $9,778 |
| Total Cost of Attendance — Off-Campus w/out Family | $14,018 | $16,388 | $21,128 |
| Total Cost of Attendance — Off-Campus with Family | $6,018 | $8,388 | $13,128 |
Student Tuition Cost History and Trends
Three year history and trends on the cost of attending
| In District | In State | Out of State | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Published Tuition & Fees | $1,590  $1,668 |
$3,480  $4,038 |
$6,090  $8,778 |
| Cost (regardless of residency) | |||
|---|---|---|---|
| Books & Supplies | $750  $1,000 |
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| On-Campus – Room & Board | N/A  N/A |
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| On-Campus – Other Expenses | N/A  N/A |
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| Off-Campus w/out Family – Room & Board | $6,300  $8,000 |
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| Off-Campus w/out Family – Other Expenses | $2,410  $3,350 |
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| Off-Campus with Family – Room & Board | $2,410  $3,350 |
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Admission Criteria
What criteria does Austin Community College District use for admissions?
| Open Admissions | |
|---|---|
| Secondary School GPA / Rank / Record | N/A / N/A / N/A |
| College Prep. Completion | N/A |
| Recommendations | N/A |
| Formal competency demo | N/A |
| Admission test scores | N/A |
| TOEFL | N/A |
| Other tests | N/A |
= Required, 
= Recommended, 
= Neither required nor recommended
Admission Credits Accepted
What types of credits does Austin Community College District accept?
| Dual Credit | |
|---|---|
| Life Experience | |
| Advanced Placement (AP) | |
Student Services
| Remedial Services | |
|---|---|
| Academic / Career Counseling | |
| PT Cost-defraying Employment | |
| Career Placement | |
| On-Campus Day Care | |
| Library Facility | |
Student Living
| First-time Room / Board Required | |
|---|---|
| Dorm Capacity | N/A |
| Meals per Week | N/A |
| Room Fee | N/A |
| Board Fee | N/A |
Student Financial Aid Details
How many students use Financial Aid, and how much do they use?
Austin Community College District Ranks 4918th for the average student loan amount.
| Average | Users | % of Attendees | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Federal Grant Aid | $3,170 | 160 |  9% |
| State & Local Grant Aid | $1,299 | 68 |  4% |
| Institutional Grant Aid | $869 | 67 |  4% |
| Student Loan Aid | $1,989 | 183 |  11% |
| Any financial aid type | 581 |  34% |
Student Enrollment Demographics
How many students are enrolled at Austin Community College District?
| Men | Women | Total | |
|---|---|---|---|
Non Resident Alien | 278 | 383 | 661 |
Black Non-Hispanic | 927 | 1,630 | 2,557 |
Hispanic | 3,452 | 4,562 | 8,014 |
Asian / Pacific Islander | 677 | 921 | 1,598 |
American Indian / Alaskan Native | 154 | 140 | 294 |
White Non-Hispanic | 8,833 | 10,634 | 19,467 |
Race Unknown | 177 | 271 | 448 |
| Total | 14,498 | 18,541 | 33,039 |
Most Popular Fields of Study
The top 5 fields of study completed at Austin Community College District.
| Men | Women | Total | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 20 | 153 | 173 | |
| 40 | 38 | 78 | |
| 33 | 35 | 68 | |
| 4 | 45 | 49 | |
| 37 | 11 | 48 |
Student Completion / Graduation Demographics
How many students are successful graduates?
Faculty Compensation / Salaries
Austin Community College District Ranks 1205th for the average full-time faculty salary.
| Tenure system | |
|---|---|
| Average FT Salary | $58,136 ($58,401 male / $57,923 female) |
| Number of FT Faculty | 468 (208 male / 260 female) |
| Number of PT Faculty | 1,094 |
| FT Faculty Ratio | 0.4 : 1 |
| Total Benefits | $4,685,304 |
Austin Community College District Summary
The following paragraph provided courtesy of wikipedia.
Austin Community College is a regional community college district with seven campuses located in various areas of Central Texas. As of Spring 2007, in-district residents pay $54 per credit hour (including tuition and fees), while out-of-district residents pay $125 per credit hour. These students are able to enroll in ACC and receive “Dual Credit,” a credit which counts as a high school credit as well as a college credit.
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over 2 years ago
Michael L. Aycox helenzas ((at)) yahoo dot com
I intend to attent Austin Community College, at the campus. I live in Gainesville, Texas at this time but I will be moving to Austin as soon as I graduate high school in June. I wish to attend the fall semister. I have not been able to find an application form on the internet. Please E-Mail an application or advise me on how to find one online. Thank You Michael Aycox