Rio Grande Campus

Meet Your Campus

Rio Grande Campus boasts a rich history of education that has evolved alongside more than a century of innovation. Students enter the carefully preserved, 20th century building located in the heart of downtown Austin to find newly renovated classrooms, state-of-the-art labs and the ACCelerator — an interactive computer hub for individualized learning and customized support. After class, check out the Austin BMX and Skate Park close to campus.

Programs & Services at ACC Rio Grande

At Rio Grande Campus, you can take classes that transfer to a four-year university or work toward an associate degree or workforce certification. The campus is home to the Army Software Factory and the college’s co-enrollment program with UT-Austin. It also offers American Sign Language Interpreter Training and Human Services programs and classes.

Check out ACC Rio Grande’s ACCelerator learning lab for a place to study, attend class, collaborate, and learn more with ACC specialists on hand to help.

Rio Grande Campus Highlights

Austin Community College offers more than 100 programs in 10 areas of study that lead to career certificates, associate degrees, bachelor’s degrees, or university transfer. Explore classes that can boost your income, improve your skills, and change your life.

American Sign Language – Interpreter Training

The campus is home to the American Sign Language-Interpreter Training Program and a gathering place for the college’s deaf community.

Army Software Factory

This software factory offers training programs and collaboration space in partnership with the U.S. Army for new technologies, such as data science and artificial intelligence.

Historic Campus Near Downtown

Experience the historic Rio Grande Campus with its classical architecture and newly renovated state-of-the-art classrooms, labs, and facilities. Enjoy being close to downtown Austin, the state Capitol, and the museum district.