I want to start classes as soon as possible. When should I apply?
You should complete the Early College Start co-enrollment process during your sophomore school year in order to attend classes during the summer semester you become eligible. Students are advised to complete Austin Community College’s co-enrollment process no later than mid-April in order to have the best selection of summer classes.

When are classes offered?
You can take Austin Community College classes after school, during weekends, and over summer. Some high schools also offer ACC classes during the school hours just for their Early College Start students.

Are certain courses off-limits?
You may take any college credit course if you meet the course prerequisites and have listed the course on the ECS co-enrollment request form. You must list the course on your ACC co-enrollment request form due each semester before registering. You may take Developmental Education and some Continuing Education courses, but those courses will not be eligible for an ECS tuition and fee waiver.

I want to attend classes at ACC. How do I choose a campus?
You can attend any ACC campus or center. Students often select a campus based on convenience, size, or location. Each campus offers the range of academic transfer courses, but workforce programs vary by location.

Can I take a course online?
ACC’s Distance Learning program offers hundreds of courses, many of them via the Internet. Early College Start students may take Distance Learning courses, but it is important to understand that these courses maintain the same high standards as a classroom course and require significant self-discipline in order to complete them successfully. Is Distance Learning for You?

Do I need to re-enroll at ACC after I finish high school?
No. You do not need to repeat the ACC admissions process once you have completed it. You will need to submit a new high school transcript to reflect your graduation date before you can register for any more ACC courses.