- Austin Community College is a nationally recognized college serving Central Texas as the primary gateway to higher education and technical training opportunities. ACC is a two-year community college providing certificates, Associate degrees, Bachelor's degrees, university transfer, workforce training, continuing education, and adult basic education opportunities. The ACC District is a major contributor to the quality of life and economic prosperity of Central Texas.
School Highlights
Austin Community College District serves 39,727 students (27% of students are full-time).
The college's student-teacher ratio of 39:1 is higher than the state community college average of 34:1.
Minority enrollment is 62% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the state average of 75%.
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Enrollment: 39,727 students
- In-state tuition: $3,060
- Out-state tuition: $15,624
- Acceptance Rate: 100%
- Student-teacher ratio: 39:1
- Minority enrollment: 62%
- Source: Verified school update
Top Rankings
Austin Community College District ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Texas for:
Category
Attribute
Community Size
Student Earnings
Completion Rates
School Overview
The teacher population of 1,025 teachers has declined by 62% over five years.
Austin Community College District
(TX) Community College Avg.
Carnegie Classification
Associate's Colleges
Associate's Colleges: Mixed Transfer/Career & Technical-High Traditional
Institution Level
Four or more years
At least 2 but less than 4 years
Institution Control
Public
Public
Total Faculty
1,025 staff
73 staff
School Calendar
AccreditationAccred.
American Association of Community Colleges (AACC)
Student Body
The student population of Austin Community College District has stayed relatively flat over five years.
The student-teacher ratio of 39:1 has increased from 15:1 over five years.
The Austin Community College District diversity score of 0.69 is equal to the state average of 0.69. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five years.
Total Enrollment
39,727 students
4,254 students
Showing 2012–2025. View full 19-year historical data
Student-Teacher Ratio
39:1
34:1
Showing 2008–2025. View full 19-year historical data
# Full-Time Students
10,574 students
902 students
Showing 2012–2025. View full 19-year historical data
# Part-Time Students
29,153 students
3,352 students
Showing 2013–2025. View full 19-year historical data
# Enrollment Undergraduate
39,727 students
1,360 students
# Full-Time Undergraduate Students
10,574 students
869 students
Showing 2012–2025. View full 19-year historical data
# Part-Time Undergraduate Students
29,153 students
3,370 students
% Asian
10%
6%
Showing 2008–2025. View full 19-year historical data
% Hispanic
38%
47%
Showing 2010–2025. View full 19-year historical data
% Black
8%
13%
Showing 2008–2025. View full 19-year historical data
% White
38%
25%
Showing 2010–2025. View full 19-year historical data
% Two or more races
3%
2%
% Non Resident races
1%
2%
Diversity Score
0.69
0.69
Showing 2011–2025. View full 19-year historical data
College Completion Rate (Students who graduate in less than 4 years)
11%
30.45%
College Completion Rate (Students who graduate in 4 years or more than 4 years)
14%
26%
Median Earnings 10 Years After Entry (measured in 2022-2023, in 2024 dollars)
$47,658
$42,382
Points are in the dollars of their own College Scorecard release, and the colleges behind the state line differ by period. The lines do not show inflation-adjusted growth.
Tuition & Financial Aid
The public in-state tuition of $3,060 is less than the state average of $3,345. The in-state tuition has declined by 64% over four years.
The public out-state tuition of $15,624 is more than the state average of $5,806. The out-state tuition has grown by 47% over four years.
In-State Tuition Fees
$3,060
$3,345
Out-State Tuition Fees
$15,624
$5,806
Tuition Notes
Tuition shown is for Texas residents in ACC taxing district.. Out of district resident annual tuition is 12,996
% Students Receiving Some Financial Aid
52%
88%
Showing 2012–2025. View full 19-year historical data
Median Debt for Graduates
$10,000
$10,630
Showing 2008–2020. View full 14-year historical data
Median Debt for Dropouts
$5,500
$5,500
Showing 2008–2020. View full 14-year historical data
Acceptance Rate
100%
86%
Source: 2025 (or latest year available) Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System (IPEDS) , School Administrators
School Notes
- As one of only 50 community college districts in Texas, Austin Community College provides access to high-quality education at affordable tuition rates. ACC offers university transfer curriculum, technical certificate programs, two-year associate degrees, four-year Bachelor's degrees, foundation skills and English as a Second Language courses, and a highly diverse Continuing Education program. Since the college's founding in 1973, ACC's faculty, staff, and administration have been dedicated to the values that distinguish ACC's unique role in higher education and make the college a critical community resource access to educational opportunities, affordability, quality, diversity, and strong student success services. ACC offers comprehensive academic advising and counseling services, free tutorial services in our Learning Labs, open computer labs, a variety of teaching methodologies, and a host of other support services to help students meet their goals. Austin Community College is accredited by the Commission on Colleges of the Southern Association of Colleges and Schools.
Frequently Asked Questions
How much does Austin Community College District cost?
Austin Community College District's tuition is approximately $3,060 for In-State students and $15,624 for Out-State students.
What is the acceptance rate of Austin Community College District?
The acceptance rate of Austin Community College District is 100%, which is higher than the state average of 86%.
What is Austin Community College District's ranking?
Austin Community College District ranks among the top 20% of community college in Texas for: Largest student body, Highest median earnings 10 years after entry and Highest completion rates.
In what neighborhood is Austin Community College District located?
Austin Community College District is located in the Highland neighborhood of Austin, TX.
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