Scholarships are a great way to pay for college. They are available from a variety of sources and many are reserved specifically for ACC students. Some types of scholarships are:

• ACC Foundation scholarships: Hundreds of scholarships awarded on the basis of financial need, family status, educational background, high school, or academic major.
• Study abroad scholarships: Awards for study abroad programs. Students applying to non-ACC study abroad programs also are eligible.
• Military scholarships: Scholarships related to military service.
• AmeriCorps scholarships: Scholarships for work performed through AmeriCorps, the national volunteer service organization.
• Outside scholarships: Awards from businesses and private organizations.

How to apply

Follow the links above to search and apply for available scholarships. Be sure to start the process early: The application deadline for most scholarships is at least a semester in advance. For example, applications are due in spring for funds awarded for fall classes.

Get help

View helpful tips below and get help with application essays at a campus Learning Lab. ACC’s Student Money Management Office also offers scholarship workshops throughout the year.

Basic application tips

Essay writing tips

7 Steps to Writing a Winning Scholarship Essay

Avoiding scams

After you receive your award

Make sure your scholarship funds are processed and applied to your tuition. View How to Use Scholarship Funds.

Questions?

For questions, email scholarships@austincc.edu.