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Austin Community College District

Austin, TX·Public·25,969 students
Last updated: March 22, 2026

A good fit for families who need the lowest possible cost and students who want a large campus community. graduation rate is below 25% — most students don't finish here. a public school with 25,969 students.

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25,969
Students
$6,306
Net Price
18%
Grad Rate
$40,300
Earnings
10 yr
$6,126
Debt

About This School

Austin Community College District is a public institution located in Austin, Texas with approximately 25,969 undergraduate students enrolled. The average net price after financial aid is $6,306 per year. The graduation rate is 18%, and the typical graduate earns $40,300 within 10 years of enrollment.

The Austin Community College District (ACC) is a public community college system serving the Austin, Texas, metropolitan area and surrounding Central Texas communities. The college maintains numerous campuses, centers, and distance learning options to serve about 100,000 students in academic, continuing education and adult education programs.

The numbers tell a mixed story here: at just $6,306/year net cost and only $6,126 in median debt at graduation, ACC is one of the most affordable pathways into higher education you'll find anywhere in Texas. The 18% graduation rate is a real concern, though — it likely reflects the challenges many community college students face balancing work and life, so success here takes genuine commitment and a clear plan. If you're looking to complete a two-year degree or transfer to a four-year school on a tight budget, this is a strong option — just go in with eyes open and use every support resource available.

Founded
1973
Setting
Large city

Popular Programs

Computer Science15%
Business & Marketing13%
Health Professions12%
Visual & Performing Arts8%
Psychology2%
Social Sciences1%
Communications1%
Education1%

Percentage of degrees awarded. Source: College Scorecard.

Notable Alumni

Richard LinklaterAlex Jones

Source: Wikidata. Used for context only.

Admissions

SAT Scores

Average CompositeN/A

ACT Scores

Midpoint CompositeN/A

Cost & Financial Aid

In-State Tuition
$2,550
Out-of-State Tuition
$10,590
Avg Net Price
$6,306
after aid

Financial Aid

Students receiving Pell Grants23%
Median debt at graduation$6,126

Full Cost

Cost of attendance$11,156

After Graduation

Graduation Rate
18%
within 6 years
Retention Rate
N/A
freshmen returning
Earnings (10 yr)
$40,300
after enrollment
Median Debt
$6,126
at graduation

Will This School Pay Off?

Median Debt
$6,126
at graduation
Earnings (6 yr)
$31,700
after enrollment
Earnings (10 yr)
$40,300
after enrollment
Earnings-to-Debt Ratio: 6.6x

Strong return. Graduates earn well above their debt load.

Earnings data from the U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard. These are means across all graduates, not specific to any major.

Student Body

White36%
Black9%
Hispanic/Latino43%
Asian6%

Source: U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard (25,969 undergraduates).

Contact & Location

Address

Austin Community College District

6101 Highland Campus Drive

Austin, TX 78752-7000

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Official Links

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Sources & Methodology

Data

Primary data source: U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard. Accessed via automated sync. Latest values may come from different reporting years depending on the metric.

Official School Resources
Contextual Enrichment

School overview from Wikipedia. Used for context only, not as a primary data source for admissions, cost, or outcomes claims.

Important Caveats
  • Earnings figures are institution-level averages, not major-specific.
  • Some metrics are based on Title IV financial aid recipients only.
  • Some values may be privacy-suppressed or rolled up by the Department of Education.
  • Contact the school directly for current admissions requirements and costs.
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