International Students
Start your global journey at Austin Community College!
The International Student Office WILL BE CLOSED Monday, January 27, 2020 THROUGH Friday, January 31, 2020. See the ISO LIMITED OFFICE HOURS for 2/3/20 - 2/13/20
Welcome to Austin Community College! Endless opportunities await to help you reach your goals and make your mark on the world. The International Student Office is eager to guide you toward a rewarding college experience. We offer support from the time you apply to ACC until you earn an associate degree and/or transfer to a university.
It's our pledge to help you succeed at ACC.
Academic Program - International Student Application Deadlines
| Semester | F-1 New Students (Needing an F-1 visa) Application Deadline | F-1 Transfer Students (Students that have an f-1 Visa) Application Deadline | F-1 Co-Enrollment and All Other Visa Type Students Application Deadline | Required Arrival Dates |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Fall Semester (August to December) |
June 1st | July 15th | August 5th | August 1st |
| Spring Semester (January to May) |
October 1st | November 15th | December 15th | January 2nd |
| Summer Semester (May to August) |
n/a | April 15th | May 5th | May 10th |
If your application is submitted after the deadline, you will automatically be considered for admission for the next available semester.
ACADEMIC PROGRAM
Intensive English Program (IEP) - International Student Application Deadlines
| Semester/Session | F-1 New Students (Needing an F-1 visa) Application Deadline | F-1 Transfer and All Other Visa Type Students Application Deadline | Required Arrival Dates |
|---|---|---|---|
| Fall A - 1st 8-weeks (August to October) |
June 1st | July 15th | August 1st |
| Fall B - 2nd 8-weeks (October to December) |
August 1st | September 15th | October 1st |
| Spring A - 1st 8-weeks (January to March) |
October 1st | November 15th | January 2nd |
| Spring B - 2nd 8-weeks (March to May) |
December 1st | February 1st | March 1st |
| Summer 8-weeks (Variable - May to August or June to August) |
March 1st | April 15th | May 1st |
If your application is submitted after the deadline, you will automatically be considered for admission for the next available semester.
INTENSIVE ENGLISH PROGRAM
Exceptions
The following students are not classified as international students and will complete these enrollment steps.
- Undocumented students granted Texas residency under Senate Bill 1528
- Permanent or conditional residents (“green card” or I-551)
- Graduates from a non-U.S. high school but you hold U.S. citizenship
- Asylees, refugees, and parolees
High school students applying for the Dual Credit Program to take ACC classes before graduation must contact the Dual Credit Office.