Best Austin Community Colleges (2024)

For the 2024 school year, there are 2 community colleges serving 35,565 students in Austin, Texas.
The top ranked community colleges in Austin, TX include Austin Community College District and Le Cordon Bleu College of Culinary Arts-Austin.
The average community college acceptance rate in Texas is 79% (view national acceptance rates).
Minority enrollment is 59% of the student body (majority Hispanic), and the student:teacher ratio is 15:1.

Top Ranked Austin, TX Community Colleges (2024)

College
Location
Students
3101 Highland Campus Dr.
Austin, TX 78752
(512) 223-7300
| 34,922 students
Le Cordon Bleu College of Culinary Arts-Austin
Private, for profit
3110 Esperanza Crossing, Suite 100
Austin, TX 78758
(888) 553-2433
| 643 students
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Community Colleges in Austin, TX (Closed)

School
Location
Students
2101 I H 35 South Ste 300
Austin, TX 78741
(512) 447-9415
| 177 students
6330 Highway 290 East, Ste 150
Austin, TX 78723
(512) 467-6800
| 438 students

Frequently Asked Questions

How many community colleges are located in Austin, TX?
There are 2 community colleges serving 35,565 students in Austin, TX.
What is community college acceptance rate in Austin, TX?
The average community college acceptance rate in Texas is 79% (view national acceptance rates).
How diverse are community college in Austin, TX?
Community colleges in Austin, TX are approximately 59% minority students (majority Hispanic).

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