4 Steps & You’re In
Get started at Austin Community College by completing a four-step enrollment process. There’s no fee to apply, and applications are accepted year-round. Once you complete these four steps, you’re eligible to take credit classes at all ACC locations.
Step 2: Complete the application
Apply Online
Fill out the online application to begin. There is no application fee. An enrollment advisor in the College Destination Center will contact you about any additional documents you’ll need to submit.
If you are an international student, click here.
Submit Required Documents
All documents must be received before your application is considered complete. Submit school transcripts and other documents. Check your application account for details, or click below to view instructions.
Official/Unofficial transcripts
New students must submit all official transcripts within 30 days of applying to the college. If you have previous college credit, upload your unofficial transcripts to your application account while waiting for official records to arrive from your previous schools.
Test scores or exemptions for the Texas Success Initiative (TSI)
You will need to take the TSI test unless you can provide previous test scores or proof of exemption.
Meningitis immunization proof or waiver if you are under age 22
Your application account will indicate if you need to submit meningitis immunization documents. This can include an exemption or waiver.
Proof of residency
We may ask for proof of residency during the application process. Submit residency documents only if requested.
Confirmation of Completed Application
You’ll be notified when your application is complete. Before you go to Step 3 >, you’ll first need to activate your ACCeID and ACCmail.
Activate ACCeID & ACCmail
You need your ACCeID and ACCmail to complete the remaining steps. You'll also use these tools as long as you attend ACC.
ACCeID
Follow the link to get your electronic ID number and use it to access ACC’s registration system, your financial aid, and all your student records.
ACCmail
Use your new ACCeID to activate your ACCmail account for official communications. ACCmail also comes with other Google applications for your free use.
Financial Aid
Don’t forget to submit your FAFSA to be considered for financial aid. This is an optional step but highly recommended. The average annual award is $4,558 - this could cover in-district tuition, books, and more!
Fewer than 12 college credits
TSI Complete - Attend an Area of Study Information Session
This required session will help you to review your degree and certificate options. After the session, you’ll be ready to register for classes.
Schedule an Area of Study Information Session
Not TSI Complete - Attend an Area of Study Information Session
This required session will help you to review your degree and certificate options. After the session, you’ll be ready to register for classes.
Schedule an Area of Study Information Session
After your Area of Study Information Session, schedule an appointment with an Area of Study Advisor to plan your classes and get off to a strong start. Then, you’ll be ready to register.
12 or more college credits
Not TSI Complete
We want to get you off to a strong start. See an area of study advisor to plan your classes - appointments required.
TSI Complete
Go to Step 4. Unsure about which classes to take? You have options!
Register for Classes
Visit the Registration website for details on information on when and how to register for credit classes. Here’s a brief summary of the steps you’ll take.
Plan your classes in Self-Service.
Let the Self-Service instructions guide you through the registration process.
Register for the classes you selected.
You’ll register for your planned classes any time after the new student registration date.
See registration dates and deadlines
Pay your tuition and fees by the deadline.
It’s essential that you pay all outstanding charges before the tuition deadline, or you’ll be dropped from the classes you registered for.
Pay your tuition and fees by the deadline.
Watch the video for instructions on how to plan, register, and pay for classes.
After you Register
These last few tasks will get you ready for a great start for your first semester!
ACC Student ID card
Obtain your free ACC Student ID card in person at any campus Admissions & Records Office at least one business day after registering for classes. Bring an official photo ID for identification. Learn more
Parking & Transportation
Purchase a vehicle parking permit or Capital Metro pass to help you get to campus. Learn more
Textbooks & Supplies
You can get your textbooks and supplies from any seller. Required purchases are listed on the course syllabus and may appear in Online Services. Learn more
Don't forget to check Self-Service or ACCmail if you have applied for financial aid.
Important Dates
ACC’s academic calendar has 16-week semesters in the fall and spring and an 11-week semester in summer. Shorter sessions are also offered within each semester to provide students a variety of course lengths and start times. Don’t wait to complete the admission steps! Applying early ensures you’ll be ready when key registration dates arrive.
- Classes start
- January 22, 2019
- New student registration starts
- October 29, 2018
- Classes start
- May 28, 2019
- New student registration starts
- April 15, 2019
- Classes start
- August 26, 2019
- New student registration starts
- May 28, 2019
Other Types of Admissions
We offer several noncredit learning and training options. These programs include Continuing Education, Adult Education, and English as a Second Language.
Here To Serve You
The admissions process can be slightly different for some students. Our highest priority is to welcome each student and put them on a pathway as seamlessly as possible.
Earn college credit and even complete an associate degree before high school graduation.
Friendly and knowledgeable support for a successful transition to college life.
Questions?
Let Us Help You Get Started
Need assistance or accommodations? The enrollment experts at the College Destination Center are eager to help.