Overview of ACC

The Austin Community College District is a regional higher education resource which operates as a "one college, multiple campuses" institution with seven comprehensive campuses and nine centers.

The primary goals of the college are:

• Ensure a quality teaching and learning environment
• Promote access and student success
• Ensure consistency in delivering instructional programs and services
• Achieve ACC's Master Plan through quality planning and evaluation
• Enhance faculty and staff access to information in the district
• Expand resources of ACC

Hallmarks of Community Colleges

• "Open Door" Admissions Policy
• Commitment to Accessibility, Affordability, and Diversity
• Assistance to those not yet “College-Ready”
• Strong Student Support Services to Help Students Meet Educational Goals
• Multiple Instructional Delivery Methods
• Partnerships
• Responsive to the Needs of the Local Community/Business Sector
• Innovative, High-Quality Instruction
• Community colleges are challenging because of the diversity of programs, of students, of educational intent, and of community partnerships.