{"id":1219,"date":"2025-01-09T07:55:00","date_gmt":"2025-01-09T07:55:00","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/admissions.austincc.edu\/?p=1219"},"modified":"2025-01-09T07:55:00","modified_gmt":"2025-01-09T07:55:00","slug":"bats-to-cats-makes-transfer-from-acc-to-texas-state-easy-heres-how","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/admissions.austincc.edu\/international-students\/2025\/01\/09\/bats-to-cats-makes-transfer-from-acc-to-texas-state-easy-heres-how\/","title":{"rendered":"Bats to Cats Makes Transfer from ACC to Texas State Easy: Here\u2019s How"},"content":{"rendered":"<p>Texas State University is a top transfer destination for ACC students, and now it\u2019s even easier with the<a href=\"https:\/\/www.austincc.edu\/academic-and-career-programs\/university-transfer\/bats-to-cats\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"> Bats to Cats seamless transfer program<\/a>. Here\u2019s how to transfer from ACC to Texas State in five easy steps while saving money and earning your bachelor\u2019s degree on time.<\/p>\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Step 1. Apply to ACC<\/h2>\n<p>You\u2019ll want to start at ACC! ACC Riverbats know that there are plenty of benefits to taking your freshman and sophomore classes at ACC. Students save money on tuition and fees. Recent high school grads in Central Texas may be eligible for the<a href=\"https:\/\/sites.austincc.edu\/free-tuition\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"> Free Tuition pilot program<\/a>, saving even more on college costs.<\/p>\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"512\" height=\"341\" src=\"https:\/\/accadmiss0407.wpenginepowered.com\/international-students\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/2\/2024\/12\/RS24470_20240711-TXST-Bats-to-Cats-ca-510_lpr-1.jpg\" alt=\"A group of smiling students walk under an archway on a university campus.\" class=\"wp-image-1224\" srcset=\"https:\/\/admissions.austincc.edu\/international-students\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/2\/2024\/12\/RS24470_20240711-TXST-Bats-to-Cats-ca-510_lpr-1.jpg 512w, https:\/\/admissions.austincc.edu\/international-students\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/2\/2024\/12\/RS24470_20240711-TXST-Bats-to-Cats-ca-510_lpr-1-300x200.jpg 300w, https:\/\/admissions.austincc.edu\/international-students\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/2\/2024\/12\/RS24470_20240711-TXST-Bats-to-Cats-ca-510_lpr-1-150x100.jpg 150w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 512px) 100vw, 512px\" \/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">The Bats to Cats program provides a seamless transfer path from ACC to Texas State.<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<p>ACC also offers smaller class sizes and support services such as food, transportation, tutoring, and more.<\/p>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/admissions.austincc.edu\/payment-plans\/\">ACC\u2019s application process<\/a> is straightforward. Applying is free, and open admissions means that once you\u2019ve completed all the steps, you can start taking classes. You can apply year-round, and you can<a href=\"https:\/\/admissions.austincc.edu\/registration\/\"> register for classes<\/a> whenever the next registration period opens.<\/p>\n<div style=\"color:#32373c;background-color:#00d1b2\" class=\"wp-block-genesis-blocks-gb-notice gb-font-size-18 gb-block-notice\" data-id=\"06f1a2\">\n<div class=\"gb-notice-title\" style=\"color:#fff\">\n<p><strong>Texas State Transfers Work for Everyone!<\/strong><\/p>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"gb-notice-text\" style=\"border-color:#00d1b2\">\n<p><strong>NOTE: If your preferred major is not included in Bats to Cats, you can still transfer to Texas State! View the <a href=\"https:\/\/www.admissions.txst.edu\/future-students\/transfer\/tpg.html\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Texas State transfer guide<\/a> and meet with an<a href=\"https:\/\/students.austincc.edu\/transfer-services\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"> ACC transfer specialist<\/a> and a<a href=\"https:\/\/outlook.office365.com\/book\/TXSTACCTransferNavigation@txst.onmicrosoft.com\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"> transfer advisor at Texas State<\/a> to make your transfer goals happen.<\/strong><\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Step 2. Explore Bats to Cats Programs<\/h2>\n<p>Transferring from a community college to a four-year university can unlock many of your career and academic goals. To make your transfer journey seamless, explore <a href=\"https:\/\/www.austincc.edu\/academic-and-career-programs\/university-transfer\/bats-to-cats\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">the Bats to Cats programs<\/a> early-on.&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p>ACC Riverbats who want to become Texas State Bobcats can choose from a number of different associate degrees that<a href=\"https:\/\/transfercenter.txst.edu\/acc-guaranteed-transfer.html\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"> transfer seamlessly to Texas State<\/a>. From business to computer science to English and more, students who want to get a versatile bachelor\u2019s degree can save money by taking their first two years of classes at ACC.<\/p>\n<p>In the <a href=\"https:\/\/www.austincc.edu\/academic-and-career-programs\/university-transfer\/bats-to-cats\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Bats to Cats program<\/a>, all of those credits transfer directly to Texas State. There\u2019s no credit loss, no application fee, and you even get a first-year scholarship.<\/p>\n<p>Explore degree programs and program maps on the ACC Bats to Cats page, and learn more about all of ACC\u2019s degree programs by visiting our<a href=\"https:\/\/www.austincc.edu\/academic-and-career-programs\/#gsc.tab=0\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"> Area of Study pages<\/a>.<\/p>\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Step 3. Meet with Your ACC and Texas State Advisors<\/h2>\n<p>This is where your Texas State plans start. Once you\u2019ve chosen your program of study,<a href=\"https:\/\/students.austincc.edu\/financial-aid\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"> applied for financial aid<\/a>, attended an info session and new student orientation, and met with your area of study advisor, you\u2019re ready to register for classes.<\/p>\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Tell your ACC advisor that you\u2019re planning to transfer to Texas State.<\/li>\n<li>Reach out to the <a href=\"https:\/\/students.austincc.edu\/transfer-services\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">ACC Transfer Services office<\/a> for individual help.<\/li>\n<li>Review the Bats to Cats program to see if one of these majors meets your goals.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>If these programs don\u2019t match your career goals, don\u2019t worry! You can choose another major with the understanding that you\u2019ll apply to Texas State as a <a href=\"https:\/\/www.admissions.txst.edu\/future-students\/transfer.html\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">traditional transfer student<\/a>.<\/p>\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Step 4.&nbsp; Complete the Bats to Cats Declaration Form<\/h2>\n<p>The Bats to Cats Declaration Form sets the process in motion. Once you have filled out the form, you\u2019ll follow the degree plan set out in your major\u2019s program map. As a Bats to Cats student, you\u2019re eligible for<a href=\"https:\/\/news.txst.edu\/inside-txst\/2024\/txst-partners-with-acc-for-bats-to-cats-transfer-program.html\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"> additional student aid through Texas State<\/a> when you transfer \u2013 up to $2,000 if you choose to attend the Texas State Round Rock campus.&nbsp;&nbsp;<\/p>\n<div class=\"wp-block-buttons is-layout-flex wp-block-buttons-is-layout-flex\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-button\"><a class=\"wp-block-button__link wp-element-button\" href=\"https:\/\/auth.austincc.edu\/app\/austincommunitycollege_formassemblystudents_1\/exk7akdf2luUj3cw52p7\/sso\/saml?SAMLRequest=lZNNj9owEIbv%2FAqUO%2BQDaHYtoKLQDyQKCNgeekGOPdl1N7FTe1zg39dOsl1atUj1JdKM5515H0%2FGhpZFRWYWn%2BQOvlsw2Om6cy4LaUidnARWS6KoEYZIWoIhyMh%2B9nlFkn5EKq1QMVUEf5TdrqLGgEahZFO2XEyCzfr9avNxuT6m%2Bd1dmmR38YBFURTz4YgPOB3yJL1PMhhlWZYOY5YmTekX0MbpTAInG3QaNWMsLKVBKtHFo2TYi5NeNDjEb0gyIsP7r03pwpkVkmJd%2FoRYGRKG1JHoU%2BszjPWB25BWVdgGVFlaKfDi%2FBbwCMdc6dJbKbPiYtBykGiOcQjn55Q%2B8zwp7MO3ATuNkioNjVGhB9P03rbY3gnJhXy8TStrLhny6XDY9rab%2FaERmb1QnCtpbAl6D%2FqHYPCwW10bar1gTv28pi8Ba5tuWsEoKn30c4WuCZzfUmaCaa0%2B9lFSw9TT%2F1YrASmnSMfhtcyrcEXWzudysVWFYJc67s8HTxT%2FjSPux3VE8F4NH4mVpgImcgE8%2BCUzKwp1mmugCJMAtYWgG%2F7WvN114PXmO34IZ%2BzOVVlRLYxfCDhThi2KVxzX1%2BeFe%2Fsd5NObm84I8%2FdceOs%2BJ6W5f3tgrvdBUze80thC%2Bqt4M3V4Y%2Bxp5yV9%2FRtPfwI%3D&amp;RelayState=https%3A%2F%2Faustincc.tfaforms.net%2Ff%2FBatsToCats\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">DECLARATION FORM<\/a><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Step 5. Focus on Your Classes<\/h2>\n<p>Congratulations! You\u2019ve got your program mapped out. You don\u2019t have to worry about what class credits transfer and what don\u2019t. You don\u2019t have to fill out additional applications or pay application fees.<\/p>\n<p>You can take advantage of ACC\u2019s low costs and student support services to get a jump start on your college education. With Bats to Cats, you can remove some of the anxiety over your college career by knowing that all you have to focus on is your academic success.<\/p>\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Sign up for Bats to Cats for a Seamless Transfer Experience<\/h2>\n<p>Start your bachelor\u2019s degree program with less debt with Texas State\u2019s Bats to Cats guaranteed admissions program. For more information and to get the answers to any other questions, visit<a href=\"https:\/\/students.austincc.edu\/transfer-services\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"> ACC\u2019s Transfer Services Center<\/a> and talk to the transfer experts. Let ACC and Texas State be the beginning of your college career.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Texas State University is a top transfer destination for ACC students, and now it\u2019s even easier with the Bats to Cats seamless transfer program. Here\u2019s how to transfer from ACC to Texas State in five &hellip; <a href=\"https:\/\/admissions.austincc.edu\/international-students\/2025\/01\/09\/bats-to-cats-makes-transfer-from-acc-to-texas-state-easy-heres-how\/\">Continue reading <span class=\"meta-nav\">&rarr;<\/span><\/a><\/p>\n","protected":false},"author":1,"featured_media":1224,"comment_status":"closed","ping_status":"open","sticky":false,"template":"","format":"standard","meta":{"footnotes":""},"categories":[4],"tags":[6,10,11,17,18],"class_list":["post-1219","post","type-post","status-publish","format-standard","has-post-thumbnail","hentry","category-transfer","tag-acc-credit-transfer","tag-austin-community-college","tag-bats-to-cats","tag-texas-state-university","tag-transfer"],"_links":{"self":[{"href":"https:\/\/admissions.austincc.edu\/international-students\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/1219","targetHints":{"allow":["GET"]}}],"collection":[{"href":"https:\/\/admissions.austincc.edu\/international-students\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts"}],"about":[{"href":"https:\/\/admissions.austincc.edu\/international-students\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/types\/post"}],"author":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/admissions.austincc.edu\/international-students\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/users\/1"}],"replies":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/admissions.austincc.edu\/international-students\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/comments?post=1219"}],"version-history":[{"count":0,"href":"https:\/\/admissions.austincc.edu\/international-students\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/1219\/revisions"}],"wp:featuredmedia":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/admissions.austincc.edu\/international-students\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media\/1224"}],"wp:attachment":[{"href":"https:\/\/admissions.austincc.edu\/international-students\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media?parent=1219"}],"wp:term":[{"taxonomy":"category","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/admissions.austincc.edu\/international-students\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/categories?post=1219"},{"taxonomy":"post_tag","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/admissions.austincc.edu\/international-students\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/tags?post=1219"}],"curies":[{"name":"wp","href":"https:\/\/api.w.org\/{rel}","templated":true}]}}