Electric Vehicle

Charging Stations for Plug-In Electric Vehicles (PEVs) are available at all ACC campuses.

How to apply for and use Electric Vehicle Charging Stations

  1. Apply for an Electric Vehicle Parking Privilege. Your application will be reviewed within 5 business days.

  2. Once you receive an approval email, you are free to park and charge in any Electric Vehicle parking spaces on campus.

  3. Find Electric Vehicle parking spaces using the map links on the right side of this page. 

How to use Charging Stations at ACC (All campuses except Elgin, Hays, Round Rock, and San Gabriel)

  1. Find your campus Charging Stations using the maps in the side bar.
  2. Follow charging and payment instructions marked on the station.
  3. Do not exceed the four hour time limit when parking at a Charging Station.

How to use Charging Stations at Elgin, Hays, Round Rock, and San Gabriel campuses

  1. Apply for $25/6 month subscription on ACC's Marketplace
  2. Find campus Charging Stations using the maps in the side bar.
  3. Follow charging and payment instructions marked on the station.
  4. Do not exceed the four hour time limit when parking at a Charging Station.

Payment Options

Charging Stations at all ACC locations except Elgin, Hays, Round Rock, and San Gabriel campuses are run by Austin Energy. These stations cost $2 per hour or $25 for a 6-month unlimited subscription.

Elgin, Hays, Round Rock, and San Gabriel campuses have the same fee structure, but subscriptions need to be purchased through ACC Marketplace.

Frequently Asked Questions

Who is eligible to use Electric Vehicle Charging Stations at ACC?

Anyone with an electric vehicle may use ACC’s Charging Stations.

How do I pay?

For all ACC locations except Elgin, Hays, Round Rock, and San Gabriel campuses, you must pay through Austin Energy. These stations cost $2 per hour or $25 for a 6-month unlimited subscription.

Elgin, Hays, Round Rock, and San Gabriel campuses have the same fee structure, but subscriptions need to be purchased through ACC Marketplace.

Call toll-free (888) 758-4389 or visit chargepoint.com to pay, or to set up a ChargePoint Network monthly access plan. Future payment options include using any smart (RFID) credit/debit card to authorize a session or using a standard credit or debit card at a remote payment station (RPS) to pay for charging sessions.

Is there a ChargePoint mobile app?

iOS
Android

Are Charging Stations accessible, following the American Disability Act?

Yes, one station is located at an accessible parking space per campus.

Do charging stations work with any electric vehicle?

The ChargePoint networked charging stations at ACC will work with most electric vehicles on the market. ACC supplies standard level 2 charging connectors (SAE J1772™) used by all mass market electric vehicles.

How long will it take to charge my electric vehicle?

This depends on the type of vehicle. A completely drained Nissan Leaf will take up to 8 hours with a level 2 charger. A Chevy Volt will take less time due to its smaller battery capacity.

Where can I charge my electric vehicle when I am not at ACC?

Many Chargepoint EV Charging Stations can be found around the Greater Austin Area and  throughout the United States.

What if I have more questions about charging stations?

Call toll-free (888) 758-4389 or visit chargepoint.com with further questions.