Paying for College

You Can Afford College. Austin 社区 College is here to help you reach your college and 职业生涯 goals. Paying for classes should never get in the way. We offer the best tuition rates around and can connect you with dozens of ways to save. At ACC, we're committed to making higher education affordable for everyone.

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ACC keeps college costs affordable. Earn up to 60 credits from ACC’s nationally recognized degree, 职业生涯, and transfer programs while paying the lowest tuition rates in Central Texas.

学费 is only $67 per credit hour. With fees, it comes to $85 per credit hour. Compare costs among area colleges and universities.

Source: Texas Higher Education Coordinating Board

学费 and Costs

ACC's tuition has not increased in 10 years! Your tuition and general fees are determined by residency status.

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Payment Plans

Interest-free payment plans are available that give you more time to pay for your classes.

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Get Cash for College

We know that paying for college can be a challenge. At ACC, we offer financial support to help you stay on track. You can apply for financial aid, scholarships, and emergency support funds to pay for everything from tuition and books to your living expenses, 照顾孩子, 和更多的. Explore the options below.

You've got this.  Let the student emergency fund help. 马上申请!

Student 紧急 Fund

These dollars are available to help you when an unanticipated financial emergency hits.

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Financial Aid

Federal aid money is available for eligible students. Fill out your Free Application for Federal Student Aid. ACC can help.

FAFSA Application

Career Scholars

$5,000 scholarships for the Class of 2022 and other adult learners. This program includes mentors and possible paid internships.

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Foundation Scholarships

Hundreds of scholarship opportunities for current and new students with only one application.

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Important 日期

ACC’s academic calendar has 16-week semesters in the fall and spring and an 11-week semester in summer. Shorter sessions are also offered within each semester to provide students a variety of course lengths and start times. Don’t wait to complete the admission steps! 应用ing early ensures you’ll be ready when key registration dates arrive.

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2024年春季

Classes start - January 16, 2024
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Registration is currently open to all students
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2024年夏天

Classes start - May 28, 2024
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Registration 日期
Current/Former Students: April 1, 2024
New Students: April 5, 2024
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2024年秋季

Classes start - August 26, 2024
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More Ways to Save

While scholarships and financial aid are usually the first options that come to mind to help pay for college, there are a variety of options you might not have considered that can save you thousands on your college education.

Zero Textbook Costs
Eliminate Textbook Costs

Classes that are classified as Z-Degree and OER use free materials and open educational resources to save you money.

You've got this. Let the student emergency fund help. 马上申请.
Advocacy Center

Get specialized assistance and referrals to help overcome challenges.

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绿色通道

Ride Capital Metro for Free at ACC.

Veterans Services

Specialists are available to help you access the full value of your military benefits.