Austin Community College District is accredited by the Commission on Colleges of the Southern Association of Colleges and Schools (1866 Southern Lane, Decatur, Georgia 30033-4097; Telephone number 404-679-4501) to award the associate degree.

The U.S. Department of Education recognizes the Commission on Colleges as the authority for accrediting institutions of higher education that award associate, baccalaureate, masters or doctoral degrees throughout the Southeast. Accreditation is based on compliance with the policies and procedures of the Commission and the Principles of Accreditation: Foundations for Quality Enhancement, a set of core, comprehensive, and federal regulation standards predicated on a commitment to integrity and quality enhancement that are designed to ensure educational quality throughout the southern region. Accreditation provides assurance to the public that the College meets these standards that address faculty credentials, curriculum, institutional mission, governance and effectiveness, student learning outcomes, student services, libraries and financial stability.

Accreditation
	Allows ACC continued access to federal funding for student financial aid.
	Allows students to transfer credits to other accredited schools.
	Is an important element of public stewardship.

Please direct questions concerning Accreditation to Amanda Karel in the Office of Institutional Effectiveness and Accountability at (512) 223-7893.