Welcome!
We are excited that you have chosen to study at Austin Community College. After the International Student Office notifies you of your admission, complete the following steps.
1. Form I-20/F-1 Visa Application Process
Complete the Form I-20/Visa Application process if you are an accepted ACC student and are seeking the F-1 visa for the first time. Skip this this step if you already have a valid F-1 visa.
2. Submit Meningitis Immunization Proof or Waiver if You are Under Age 22
Your online services account will indicate if you need to submit meningitis immunization documents. This can include an exemption or waiver. See meningitis requirement instructions.
3. Attend Immigration Check-in with the International Student Office
All newly admitted F-1 students must arrive by the Program Start Date on your I-20 to allow sufficient time to complete Immigration Check-in, TSI Testing, Academic Advising, Class Registration, and Orientation. See required arrival dates. You will not be able to register for classes until you Immigration Check in. See Immigration Check-in Dates
Failure to report to the ISO with these documents will jeopardize your F-1 Student Visa status.
4. Attend the International Student Orientation and Resource Fair
F-1 students must attend the international student orientation to learn about campus support services and community resources. See orientation information.
5. New Riverbat Orientation and Advising
In addition to the F-1 Student Orientation, you will want to attend the New Riverbat Orientation and Group Advising session offered to all ACC students. Please visit the New Riverbat Orientation & Advising page to begin.
6. Course Registration and Payment
Plan, register, and pay: Your final application step is to plan your classes for the upcoming semester, then register and pay online by the posted deadlines. See registration information.
International Wires
International students paying for tuition in currency other than U.S. dollars may use TransferMate to send an international wire. ACC only accepts wire payments of the exact tuition amount due. Payment in any other amount will be refused. See TransferMate for details.
7. Prepare for Classes
- Obtain an ACC Student ID card on campus.
- Purchase textbooks and supplies for your classes.
- Get a parking permit or Green Pass.