Current or Returning Students

If you're already an ACC student or returning for another semester you can skip the admissions and applications steps. Instead, go straight to registration.

New Student Steps to Enroll

Getting started is easy at Austin Community College. We have an open admissions policy, and we never charge an application fee. It takes just a few simple steps to enroll. Once you complete these steps, you're eligible to take credit classes at any of our 11 campuses or online. Don't wait! Applications are accepted year-round. Applying early ensures you'll be ready when it’s time to register for class.

Step 1: Prepare

• Choose Your Program

  • Have a program in mind? If so, great! If not, explore your interests on ACC’s Areas of Study or take a Career Quiz to see what programs are a fit for you.

    Begin Quiz »

• Talk to a Recruiter

  • Schedule a 1-on-1 chat with an ACC representative who can answer specific questions and help you get started applying. Pick a time that works for you!

    Contact Us

    recruiting@austincc.edu
    512-223-4636

    Meet the team and put a face with a name.

• Attend a Virtual Information Session

  • These interactive presentations and Q&A sessions cover areas of study and their associated programs, as well as other educational options. Additional topics include how to apply to ACC and how to pay for college.

    • Admissions & Support - Assistance through the application process and college resources. Schedule an Admissions and Remote Support Information Session »
    • Areas of Study - Schedule an information session focusing on a particular Area of Study. Schedule Session »

Step 2: Apply

• Start Your Application

  • Fill out the online application to begin. There is no application fee.

    Choose the application that works for you and you will be contacted by phone or email about any additional documents you'll need to submit.

    Apply Now

    International students please visit the ACC International Student Office website.

    Next Steps for For Traditional Degree-Seeking Applicants

    • Submit official/unofficial transcripts
    • Submit test scores or exemptions for the Texas Success Initiative (TSI)
    • Complete meningitis requirement
    • Submit proof of residency
• Submit Required Documents
  • Submit any required documents such as transcripts, TSI scores, your meningitis record, and proof of residency. Enrollment Advisors can guide you through what documents are needed for your application.
    

    Contact Us

    512-223-7747
    startnow@austincc.edu

• Apply for Financial Aid

  • Most students and families are eligible for some type of financial aid – from grants, scholarships, loans, or work-study. Learn about how you can access the funds you need to achieve a college education.

    Learn More.

• Retrieve your ACCeID and ACCmail email account

  • You’ll need your ACCeID to do most tasks at ACC including logging into MyACC, Blackboard, and other online resources. Retrieve your ACCeID.

    ACCmail is the official form of communication at ACC. Your ACCmail account allows you to conduct official ACC business and receive important information about your ACC accounts and classes. ACCmail Activation & Login Assistance.

Step 3: Attend Orientation, Register, and Pay

• Attend Orientation

  • After your application is accepted, you will receive an orientation invitation in the email account you used when applying to the college. (Look for the subject line: “Join Us for Orientation at Austin Community College.”)

    To register for orientation: Click the link in the invitation and schedule a time and date that works for you.

    When you attend orientation, you'll receive information about your area of study, ACC services, and get registration and payment guidance for your first semester of classes.

    If you can’t find your invitation or have other questions, email orientation@austincc.edu or call 512-223-4636 (Press Option 1).

• Registration

  • Visit ACC’s Registration page to learn about important dates, connect with advisors, explore payment options, and of course, registering for classes.

    Need help registering? ACC’s Registration Stations provide one-on-one support.

• Payments

  • ACC offers a variety of ways to keep college affordable,including financial aid, scholarships, and work-study opportunities. You can also set up an interest-free payment plan to help manage the cost of tuition. 

    Visit Tuition Deadlines and Payment Information to learn more.