Building Brighter Futures
Austin Community College is a nationally recognized college serving Central Texas as the primary gateway to higher education and technical training opportunities. Our mission is to provide open-door access to an affordable college education for students who want to earn a degree, learn a marketable skill, or advance their careers. We pride ourselves on offering an extraordinary learning experience that puts every student on their path to success.
At-A-Glance
ACC is home of the Riverbat. Here, we are focused on student success and providing affordable, flexible pathways.
- Total Annual Enrollment 70,000 plus
- Dual Credit Students 5,500 plus
- Areas of Study 10
- Programs of Study 100
- Campuses 11
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Mascot
Riverbat
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Motto
Start Here. Get There.
The Forefront of Education
ACC is leading the nation in transforming how students learn. The college provides flexible, accelerated learning opportunities and real-world experiences to help students complete their education on-time and graduate workforce-ready.
Transformation
ACC reimagined Highland Mall and transformed the former shopping center into centers of learning.
Innovation
The ACC Bioscience Incubator offers research space for biotech companies and real-world training for students.
Collaboration
ACC works with its ISD partners to provide high school students pathways into higher education.
Accreditation
Austin Community College is accredited by the Southern Association of Colleges and Schools Commission on Colleges (SACSCOC) to award associate and baccalaureate degrees. Questions about the accreditation of Austin Community College may be directed in writing to the Southern Association of Colleges and Schools Commission on Colleges at 1866 Southern Lane, Decatur, GA 30033-4097, by calling (404) 679-4500, or by using information available on SACSCOC’s website (www.sacscoc.org).
Alumni Pride
ACC has a long history of producing highly successful graduates. ACC alumni are leaders and innovators in their fields.
Dr. Christine Sheely, D.O.
Orthopedic Surgeon
Orthopedic Surgeon
Ronny Washington, Jr.
Co-Founder, Higher Ed Path
Co-Founder, Higher Ed Path
Christine Napierkowski
Owner, Snapology
Owner, Snapology
Jon Austin Love
Founder, House of Torment
Founder, House of Torment
Milan Sretenovic
Owner, Minja’Sound Recording Studio
Owner, Minja’Sound Recording Studio
Darrell Hubbard
Teacher & Educational Video Game Designer
Teacher & Educational Video Game Designer
Sergio Chavez
Oil Electronic Technician
Oil Electronic Technician
Sonja Tellez
Biotechnology Technician
Biotechnology Technician
Regina Rodriguez
News Anchor, Univision
News Anchor, Univision
Henry King
Owner, Hulk Automotive Service
Owner, Hulk Automotive Service
Brooke Crowder
Founder, The Refuge
Founder, The Refuge
Andrew Sanderson
Founder, Modern Fuel Design
Founder, Modern Fuel Design
Recognition & Achievements
ACC is among the largest colleges and universities in the nation and is recognized as a national leader in excellence and innovation.
- Achieving the Dream Leader College
- 2016 Forbes Magazine Best Places to Work
- Top 20 largest colleges in the U.S.
- # 1 choice for high school graduates and older adults
- Top 25 community colleges for Hispanics
- Top 100 associate degree producers
- 1 of 10 National Truth, Racial Healing & Transformation Campus Centers
- League for Innovation in the Community College Board Member
History
ACC opened on September 17, 1973 with one campus serving 1,726 students. What started as an extraordinary vision among community leaders and education pioneers is today the primary gateway to higher education and career training in the region. Over the past 40 years, ACC has grown to become one of the largest colleges and universities in the nation with 11 campuses. Today, nearly 76,000 students choose ACC annually.
Business & Community
ACC is an integral resource in Central Texas. The college partners with business and industry, universities, school districts, lawmakers, and nonprofit organizations to meet the community’s evolving needs.
Leadership
Dr. Russell Lowery-Hart serves as the ninth Chancellor for Austin Community College District. Russell, as he prefers to be called, is dedicated to improving student success by building a dynamic community that “LOVES" its students to success.
Bond Program
ACC is transforming the higher education landscape in Central Texas with districtwide construction and renovation projects that will create world-class facilities for innovative instruction and cutting-edge career training.
ACC Newsroom
The official news site for ACC. The ACC Newsroom is a collegewide resource featuring the latest news and announcements and expert resources for the community.