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May 2021
ACC closed Monday, May 31, in observance of Memorial Day
Posted on 05/28/2021 - 9:18amAustin Community College District (ACC) will close in observance of Memorial Day Monday, May 31, and will reopen 8 a.m. Tuesday, June 1. Registration for summer remains open through the holiday weekend. The first day of summer classes begins... Continue Reading
ACC takes big step toward free college
Posted on 05/27/2021 - 9:22amDuring a year many struggled to continue their education, Austin Community College District (ACC) launched a new all-inclusive scholarship program to help cover the costs of college. New data on ACC’s Career Scholars program show students in the... Continue Reading
ACC Board of Trustees May 3 Recap
Posted on 05/26/2021 - 11:20amThe Austin Community College District (ACC) Board of Trustees virtually met for its regular meeting on Monday, May 3. Below are highlights from the meeting. Continue Reading
Like Mother Like Daughter: ACC nursing students keep it in the family
Posted on 05/19/2021 - 12:37pmA mother and daughter duo are making a career in nursing a family affair. Marie Valerio and Catalina Arellano are taking their next steps after finishing up their respective programs at Austin Community College District (ACC). "I am the first nurse... Continue Reading
‘I never thought I was going to graduate from college’; Meet ACC’s Chancellor Student Achievement Award winner
Posted on 05/10/2021 - 9:23am"There are so many possibilities at ACC. You don't just have to pick one thing and go with it. It's flexible enough for you to be able to pursue what you're passionate about. No matter your financial or personal situation, ACC has the resources... Continue Reading
8 years in a row: Austin Community College District keeps tuition low
Posted on 05/05/2021 - 9:30amFor the eighth consecutive year, tuition and fees will remain at just $85 per credit hour for in-district students at Austin Community College District (ACC). The ACC Board of Trustees unanimously approved the proposed tuition and fee rates for 2021... Continue Reading
EXCLUSIVE: Get a first look at Austin Community College's newly renovated Rio Grande campus
Posted on 05/03/2021 - 2:33pmAustin Community College District (ACC) hosted a tour of the Rio Grande Campus Building 1000 with Austin American-Statesman columnist Michael Barnes. EXCLUSIVE: Get a first look at Austin Community College's newly renovated Rio Grande campusBy:... Continue Reading
ACC continues record breaking graduation numbers with spring 2021 ceremony
Posted on 05/03/2021 - 2:14pmAustin Community College District (ACC) celebrates the accomplishments of 2,800+ graduates with a virtual spring graduation. Combined with the 3,400+ graduates being recognized during the fall commencement in December, this marks another record-... Continue Reading