Austin Community College -

Cost: FREE!

To Enroll: The first step is to attend an orientation session (1-2 meetings). During the orientation, you will be assessed (tested) in order to determine which level class you need. You will be placed in a class at the end of orientation. Please see information on class location below.

Orientation: Click here for ABE/GED orientation schedule.

Are you a student with special needs?

Those eligible to attend: People who did not finish high school can enter our Adult Basic Education/GED classes. Any person 18 years old or older living permanently in the U.S. who did not finish high school can enter our Adult Basic Education/GED classes. 17 year-old students may attend with a copy of a withdrawal letter from the last school they attended. 16 year-old students may attend with a copy of an official court order and a withdrawal letter from the last school they attended.

These classes help people--

1. prepare for the GED test (CLICK HERE for additional GED information including testing schedules)
2. develop life skills.
3. develop job-readiness skills.
4. move into jobs, higher education, and training programs.

Class Schedule: We do not publish a schedule of classes, because class location, availability, and level change as needed. We try to offer classes in North, South, and Central Austin in the morning, afternoon, and evening--but all classes are not available at all times and in all parts of Austin. Most of our classes meet 4 to 5 times weekly, with very few classes meeting less times weekly. Please remember to stay enrolled in our classes, you must be present 75% of the time, so choose a class that you will be able to attend.

Locations: We have locations throughout Austin. Some of our partners include Literacy Austin, Austin Independent School District, Austin Area Urban League, Austin Housing, and Austin Public Library. We also offer classes at ACC's Riverside , Rio Grande , Northridge, South Austin, and Eastview campuses.

Description of Classes: You will be placed in a class that fits your level (you will be tested in orientation). Once you are in a class, you and your instructor will determine your individual learning plan. In part, you will learn math, reading, writing, social studies, and science at your own pace, but you may also work in groups or as a class.

What is the GED?
The GED test is a national examination made by the GED Testing Service (includes information about GED test) of the American Council of Education. People who pass the test get a certificate. With this certificate, they can get a job in most places that require a high school diploma. They can also enroll in ACC and many other colleges. (CLICK HERE for additional GED information including testing schedules)

Click here for more online resources for students including reading, math, and writing skills practice, career information, college information, and more!