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ACC Admissions: Apply to ACC

If you’re a current or returning ACC student, skip the admissions and application steps, and go to Registration.

Ready to apply to ACC? Getting started is easy at Austin Community College. We have an open admissions policy, and there are no application fees (except for international applicants). It takes just a few steps to enroll. Once you complete these steps, you’re eligible to take credit classes at any of our 11 campuses or online. Applications are accepted year-round. Applying early ensures you’ll be ready when it’s time to register for classes.

Choose Your Program

Have a program in mind? If so, great! If not, explore your interests within ACC’s Areas of Study or take a Career Quiz to see what programs are a fit for you.

Attend a Virtual Information Session

Areas of Study & Program Information – Schedule an information session focusing on ACC’s Areas of Study, core curriculum and workforce options, associate and bachelor degrees, as well as transfer opportunities.

Talk to a Recruiter

To learn more about to start the admissions process, connect with our recruitment team.


Not sure which recruiter to connect with? That’s okay! We’re here to help.

Contact Us

[email protected]

512-223-4636

Start Your Application

Ready to set up your application account? Click on Create Account to start the process.

International Students

Please view the ACC International Student Office page.


To view the full application process, please see our New Student Application page.

Submit Required Documents

Next Steps For Traditional Degree-Seeking Applicants


If you need help submitting your documentation, please contact the Admissions and Enrollment Office.

Contact Us:

[email protected]

512-223-4636

Apply for Financial Aid

Most students and families are eligible for some type of financial aid – from grants, scholarships, loans, or work-study. Learn how you can access the funds you need on our Paying for College webpage.

Retrieve Your ACCeID and ACCmail email account.

ACCeID

You’ll need your ACCeID to do most tasks at ACC, including logging into MyACC, Blackboard, and other online resources. Retrieve your ACCeID.

ACCmail

ACCmail is the official form of communication at ACC. Your ACCmail account allows you to conduct official ACC business and receive important information about your ACC accounts and classes. ACCmail Activation & Login Assistance.

Step 3: Attend Orientation, Register, and Pay

Get Ready for Registration

To register for classes as a new Riverbat, select which applies to you from the options below:

  1. I have fewer than 12 college credit hours (no more than three college classes) OR no college experience: 
    • Complete our Online New Student Orientation to get familiar with the college and our processes. Once you complete you will be given a link to schedule a session with our Orientation Advisors for any additional support you may need.
  2. I have attended ANY college and have 12 OR MORE credit hours:

Questions? That’s okay! We’re here to help.

Contact Us

[email protected]

512-223-4636

Paying for Your Classes

Explore financial assistance

ACC offers a variety of ways to keep college affordable, including:

Plan for payment deadlines

Follow Austin Community College’s tuition deadlines to avoid being dropped from classes. Visit Tuition Deadlines and Payment Information to learn more. 

Set up a payment plan

You can also set up an interest-free payment plan to help manage the cost of tuition. Learn more about payment plans.


Are you receiving ACC Free Tuition? The college still recommends that you take advantage of the all financial aid options to help cover other expenses such as textbooks, transportation, housing, and living expenses.

Visit Tuition Deadlines and Payment Information to learn more. 

Important Dates

ACC’s academic calendar has 16-week semesters in the fall and spring and an 11-week semester in summer. Shorter sessions are also offered within each semester to provide students a variety of course lengths and start times. Don’t wait to complete the admission steps! Apply to ACC early so you’ll be ready when key registration dates arrive.

Admissions Insights

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  • Join Our Virtual Admissions and Enrollment Office

    You can join us on Zoom anytime Monday - Thursday from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. and on Fridays from 9 a.m. to 12:00 p.m. to get answers to your questions! No appointments needed.

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