Jump-start Your College Journey
Nervous about your first semester of college? Joining an institute is one of the best ways to ensure you get the support you need to thrive. These specialized learning communities take the guesswork out of getting started and help you reach your academic goals.
Institute students:
- Follow a predefined course schedule.
- Take a full time class schedule.
- Work alongside peers who share their academic interests.
- Have regular contact with faculty advisors.
- Explore career opportunities.
- Increase their odds of graduating on time.
- Increase their odds of transferring to a four-year university.
Try out an institute your first semester or make it an essential part of your Austin Community College journey. It’s a great way to stay on track while learning about the topics that interest you most.
Find an institute that fits your future
Learn how to get started! View the institute that interests you.
Business Studies Institute
Join a community of first-year business majors planning to transfer.
Honda PACT Institute
Train to become a certified technician for Honda and Acura vehicles.
Teacher Prep Institute
Start strong on your early childhood to sixth grade teacher training.
Information Technology Institute
Learn LAN administration in a 1-year program focused on your success.
Technician/Pre-Engineering (TPE) Institute
Launch your career in high-tech by interning at Samsung or joining the Texas A&M Chevron Engineering Academy.