{"id":5397,"date":"2020-03-27T10:55:22","date_gmt":"2020-03-27T15:55:22","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/sites.austincc.edu\/cs\/?page_id=5397"},"modified":"2026-10-02T13:45:31","modified_gmt":"2026-10-02T18:45:31","slug":"bas","status":"publish","type":"page","link":"https:\/\/sites.austincc.edu\/cs\/bas\/","title":{"rendered":"BAS"},"content":{"rendered":"<p>[et_pb_section fb_built=&#8221;1&#8243; admin_label=&#8221;section&#8221; _builder_version=&#8221;4.16&#8243; custom_margin=&#8221;||0px|&#8221; global_colors_info=&#8221;{}&#8221;][et_pb_row _builder_version=&#8221;4.27.5&#8243; _module_preset=&#8221;default&#8221; background_color=&#8221;#FCB749&#8243; global_colors_info=&#8221;{}&#8221;][et_pb_column type=&#8221;4_4&#8243; _builder_version=&#8221;4.27.5&#8243; _module_preset=&#8221;default&#8221; global_colors_info=&#8221;{}&#8221;][et_pb_text _builder_version=&#8221;4.27.5&#8243; _module_preset=&#8221;default&#8221; custom_padding=&#8221;|33px||25px||&#8221; global_colors_info=&#8221;{}&#8221;]<\/p>\n<h4><span style=\"color: #30343b\"><strong>Two paths, one degree.<\/strong><\/span><\/h4>\n<p><span style=\"color: #30343b\">Apply to the BAS Software Development program and start your bachelor\u2019s in tech. Applications are open now. The Fall 2026 deadline is <strong>September 30, 2026, at 5:00 PM CST<\/strong>.<br \/><\/span><\/p>\n<p>[\/et_pb_text][\/et_pb_column][\/et_pb_row][et_pb_row column_structure=&#8221;1_2,1_2&#8243; make_equal=&#8221;on&#8221; admin_label=&#8221;row&#8221; _builder_version=&#8221;4.16&#8243; background_size=&#8221;initial&#8221; background_position=&#8221;top_left&#8221; background_repeat=&#8221;repeat&#8221; min_height=&#8221;289px&#8221; custom_margin=&#8221;|auto|-70px|auto||&#8221; custom_margin_tablet=&#8221;&#8221; custom_margin_phone=&#8221;0px||||false|false&#8221; custom_margin_last_edited=&#8221;on|phone&#8221; custom_padding=&#8221;24px|0px|0px|0px|false|false&#8221; global_colors_info=&#8221;{}&#8221;][et_pb_column type=&#8221;1_2&#8243; _builder_version=&#8221;4.16&#8243; custom_padding=&#8221;|||&#8221; global_colors_info=&#8221;{}&#8221; custom_padding__hover=&#8221;|||&#8221;][et_pb_text admin_label=&#8221;Computer Programming header Text&#8221; _builder_version=&#8221;4.16&#8243; header_text_color=&#8221;#083d77&#8243; background_size=&#8221;initial&#8221; background_position=&#8221;top_left&#8221; background_repeat=&#8221;repeat&#8221; use_border_color=&#8221;off&#8221; border_color=&#8221;#ffffff&#8221; border_style=&#8221;solid&#8221; global_colors_info=&#8221;{}&#8221;]<\/p>\n<h1><strong>Bachelor of Applied Science <\/strong><strong>in Software Development<\/strong><\/h1>\n<p><em><strong>Two paths. One bachelor\u2019s degree. Your future in software starts here.<\/strong> <\/em><\/p>\n<p>Choose the route that fits your goals, Direct Path or Foundation Path, and build advanced technical skills through hands-on coursework in machine learning, secure software development, cloud technologies, databases, and programming. Graduate with the skills and credentials to build secure, scalable software and advance your career in tech.<\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<h2><span style=\"color: #083d77\"><strong>Questions about the BAS \u2013 Software Development degree?<\/strong><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>Contact the Program Coordinator: Erica Cepeda (<a href=\"mailto:erica.cepeda@austincc.edu\"><strong>erica.cepeda@austincc.edu<\/strong>)<\/a> \u00a0<\/p>\n<p>[\/et_pb_text][\/et_pb_column][et_pb_column type=&#8221;1_2&#8243; _builder_version=&#8221;4.16&#8243; custom_padding=&#8221;|||&#8221; global_colors_info=&#8221;{}&#8221; custom_padding__hover=&#8221;|||&#8221;][et_pb_image src=&#8221;https:\/\/sites.austincc.edu\/cs\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/189\/2026\/05\/IMG_7766.jpg&#8221; alt=&#8221;Austin Community College graduate of the BAS Software Development program in graduation regalia and BAS stole&#8221; title_text=&#8221;Commencement Spring 2026&#8243; align_tablet=&#8221;center&#8221; align_phone=&#8221;&#8221; align_last_edited=&#8221;on|desktop&#8221; _builder_version=&#8221;4.27.6&#8243; min_height=&#8221;302.9px&#8221; custom_margin=&#8221;||41px|||&#8221; custom_padding=&#8221;|||0px||&#8221; global_colors_info=&#8221;{}&#8221;][\/et_pb_image][\/et_pb_column][\/et_pb_row][\/et_pb_section][et_pb_section fb_built=&#8221;1&#8243; _builder_version=&#8221;4.27.7&#8243; _module_preset=&#8221;default&#8221; global_colors_info=&#8221;{}&#8221;][et_pb_row column_structure=&#8221;1_2,1_2&#8243; _builder_version=&#8221;4.27.7&#8243; _module_preset=&#8221;default&#8221; global_colors_info=&#8221;{}&#8221;][et_pb_column type=&#8221;1_2&#8243; _builder_version=&#8221;4.27.7&#8243; _module_preset=&#8221;default&#8221; global_colors_info=&#8221;{}&#8221;][et_pb_button button_url=&#8221;https:\/\/calendly.com\/erica-cepeda-bas-swd&#8221; url_new_window=&#8221;on&#8221; button_text=&#8221;Schedule Appointment&#8221; button_alignment=&#8221;left&#8221; admin_label=&#8221;LT Appt&#8221; _builder_version=&#8221;4.27.7&#8243; custom_button=&#8221;on&#8221; button_text_color=&#8221;#FFFFFF&#8221; button_bg_color=&#8221;#083D77&#8243; button_font=&#8221;PT Sans Narrow|600|||||||&#8221; button_use_icon=&#8221;off&#8221; custom_margin=&#8221;|-5px||0px||&#8221; custom_padding=&#8221;10px|279px|10px|10px||&#8221; custom_css_main_element=&#8221;width:100%;&#8221; global_colors_info=&#8221;{}&#8221; button_bg_color__hover_enabled=&#8221;on|hover&#8221; button_bg_color__hover=&#8221;#ffffff&#8221; button_bg_enable_color__hover=&#8221;on&#8221; button_text_color__hover_enabled=&#8221;on|hover&#8221; button_text_color__hover=&#8221;#083D77&#8243;][\/et_pb_button][\/et_pb_column][et_pb_column type=&#8221;1_2&#8243; _builder_version=&#8221;4.27.7&#8243; _module_preset=&#8221;default&#8221; global_colors_info=&#8221;{}&#8221;][et_pb_button button_url=&#8221;https:\/\/app.smartsheet.com\/b\/form\/32f9385bfcef4130a08f4431b2f3f520&#8243; url_new_window=&#8221;on&#8221; button_text=&#8221;Start Your BAS Application&#8221; button_alignment=&#8221;left&#8221; admin_label=&#8221;LT Appt&#8221; _builder_version=&#8221;4.27.7&#8243; custom_button=&#8221;on&#8221; button_text_color=&#8221;#ffffff&#8221; button_bg_color=&#8221;#083D77&#8243; button_font=&#8221;PT Sans Narrow|600|||||||&#8221; button_use_icon=&#8221;off&#8221; custom_margin=&#8221;|-5px||0px||&#8221; custom_padding=&#8221;10px|279px|10px|10px||&#8221; custom_css_main_element=&#8221;width:100%;&#8221; global_colors_info=&#8221;{}&#8221; button_bg_color__hover_enabled=&#8221;on|hover&#8221; button_bg_color__hover=&#8221;#ffffff&#8221; button_bg_enable_color__hover=&#8221;on&#8221; button_text_color__hover_enabled=&#8221;on|hover&#8221; button_text_color__hover=&#8221;#083D77&#8243;][\/et_pb_button][\/et_pb_column][\/et_pb_row][\/et_pb_section][et_pb_section fb_built=&#8221;1&#8243; _builder_version=&#8221;4.27.7&#8243; _module_preset=&#8221;default&#8221; background_color=&#8221;#083D77&#8243; min_height=&#8221;96.9px&#8221; global_colors_info=&#8221;{}&#8221;][et_pb_row column_structure=&#8221;2_5,3_5&#8243; _builder_version=&#8221;4.27.7&#8243; _module_preset=&#8221;default&#8221; global_colors_info=&#8221;{}&#8221;][et_pb_column type=&#8221;2_5&#8243; _builder_version=&#8221;4.27.7&#8243; _module_preset=&#8221;default&#8221; global_colors_info=&#8221;{}&#8221;][et_pb_text _builder_version=&#8221;4.27.7&#8243; _module_preset=&#8221;default&#8221; custom_margin=&#8221;|-6px||||&#8221; custom_padding=&#8221;|66px||||&#8221; global_colors_info=&#8221;{}&#8221;]<\/p>\n<h3><span style=\"font-size: xx-large\"><strong><span style=\"color: #fda317\">Your Path to the Bachelor of Applied Science in Software Development<\/span><\/strong><\/span><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;color: #ffffff\">Four steps. That\u2019s it. Here\u2019s your path from first click to graduation.<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;color: #ffffff\"><\/span><\/p>\n<h4><span style=\"font-weight: 400;color: #ffffff\"><\/span><\/h4>\n<h4><strong><span style=\"color: #ffffff\">Helpful Dates: <\/span><\/strong><\/h4>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;color: #ffffff\">Spring 2027 Spring<strong> <span style=\"text-decoration: underline;color: #fcb749\"><a href=\"https:\/\/admissions.austincc.edu\/registration\/registration-important-dates\/\" style=\"color: #fcb749;text-decoration: underline\">Registration<\/a><\/span><\/strong>: Monday, October 12, 2026 <\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;color: #ffffff\">Spring 2027 Session: January 19, 2027 \u2013 May 16, 2027<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;color: #ffffff\"><\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;color: #ffffff\"><\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;color: #ffffff\">Spring 2027 Application Deadline: March 3, 2027, 5:00 PM CST (<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;color: #ffffff\">Decision Sent: March 8, 2027)<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;color: #ffffff\"><\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;color: #ffffff\">Fall 2027 Deadline: September 29, 2027, 5:00 PM CST (Decision Sent: October 4, 2027)<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;color: #ffffff\"><\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;color: #ffffff\"><\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;color: #ffffff\"><\/span><\/p>\n<p><strong style=\"color: #ffffff;font-size: 18px;font-family: &apos;PT Sans Narrow&apos;, Helvetica, Arial, Lucida, sans-serif\">Helpful Links:<\/strong><span style=\"color: #ffffff;font-size: 18px;font-family: &apos;PT Sans Narrow&apos;, Helvetica, Arial, Lucida, sans-serif\">\u00a0<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;color: #ffffff\"><\/span><\/p>\n<p><strong><span style=\"text-decoration: underline;color: #fcb749\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www6.austincc.edu\/cms\/site\/www\/awardplans\/awardplan.php?year=2027&amp;type=CC&amp;group=PCCOS&amp;apid=10574\" style=\"color: #fcb749;text-decoration: underline\">BAS Software Development Award Plan<\/a><\/span><span style=\"color: #ffffff\"><\/span><\/strong><\/p>\n<p><strong><span style=\"text-decoration: underline;color: #fcb749\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www6.austincc.edu\/cms\/site\/www\/catalog\/programmaps\/programmap.php?ap=10574&amp;yr=2027\" style=\"color: #fcb749;text-decoration: underline\">BAS Software Development Program Map<\/a><\/span><\/strong><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"color: #ffffff\"><\/span><\/p>\n<p>[\/et_pb_text][\/et_pb_column][et_pb_column type=&#8221;3_5&#8243; _builder_version=&#8221;4.27.7&#8243; _module_preset=&#8221;default&#8221; global_colors_info=&#8221;{}&#8221;][et_pb_toggle title=&#8221;Step 1: Learn About the Program &amp; Choose Your Path&#8221; closed_toggle_background_color=&#8221;#FFFFFF&#8221; _builder_version=&#8221;4.27.7&#8243; _module_preset=&#8221;default&#8221; title_text_color=&#8221;#083D77&#8243; global_colors_info=&#8221;{}&#8221;]<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">Watch the <span style=\"text-decoration: underline\"><a href=\"https:\/\/drive.google.com\/file\/d\/1o0TXpx_HMW5WlkKTmrJRo7lIL1yCuxUA\/view?usp=sharing\"><strong>on-demand info session<\/strong><\/a><\/span> and <strong>schedule a 1:1 appointment<\/strong> with the Program Coordinator.<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">New to ACC? Start with the <strong><span style=\"text-decoration: underline\"><a href=\"https:\/\/admissions.austincc.edu\/\">Steps to Enroll<\/a><\/span><\/strong> page first.<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400\"><\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400\"><\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">There are two ways in. Pick the one that fits where you&#8217;re starting from:<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400\"><\/span><\/p>\n<p data-start=\"44\" data-end=\"59\" class=\"PDq2pG_selectionAnchorContainer\"><strong data-start=\"44\" data-end=\"59\">Direct Path<\/strong><span aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"PDq2pG_selectionAnchor\"><\/span><\/p>\n<ul data-start=\"60\" data-end=\"220\">\n<li data-section-id=\"21zxdz\" data-start=\"60\" data-end=\"133\"><strong data-start=\"62\" data-end=\"75\">Best for:<\/strong> returning students, transfer students, and anyone who is <a href=\"https:\/\/admissions.austincc.edu\/tsi-assessment\/\"><span style=\"text-decoration: underline\"><strong>TSI Complete<\/strong><\/span><\/a> and is ready for upper-division coursework that has prerequisites.<\/li>\n<li data-section-id=\"pzl280\" data-start=\"134\" data-end=\"220\"><strong data-start=\"136\" data-end=\"151\">First step: <\/strong>Submit a completed BAS application once you are TSI Complete. The Texas Success Initiative (TSI) is a state-required assessment of reading, writing, and math skills that helps ensure students are prepared for college-level coursework.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p data-start=\"222\" data-end=\"241\"><strong data-start=\"222\" data-end=\"241\">Foundation Path<\/strong><\/p>\n<ul data-start=\"242\" data-end=\"382\" data-is-last-node=\"\" data-is-only-node=\"\">\n<li data-section-id=\"1is85j8\" data-start=\"242\" data-end=\"295\"><strong data-start=\"244\" data-end=\"257\">Best for:<\/strong> Recent graduates and career changers.<\/li>\n<li data-section-id=\"1xgfdaa\" data-start=\"296\" data-end=\"382\" data-is-last-node=\"\"><strong data-start=\"298\" data-end=\"313\">First step:<\/strong> recent high school grads, career-changers, or students who want a stronger foundation before upper-division work.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p><strong>Recommended Course Sequence (Both Paths)<\/strong><\/p>\n<p>OSA Computer Programming or OSA Networking \u2192 Java Certificate \u2192 AAS Computer Programming \u2192 BAS Software Development<\/p>\n<p>Preferred BAS electives:<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>COSC 1336<\/li>\n<li>COSC 1337<\/li>\n<li>ITSE 2309<\/li>\n<li>ITSE 2321<\/li>\n<li>ITSE 1302<\/li>\n<li>ITSE 2317<\/li>\n<li>ITSE 1345<\/li>\n<li>ITSE 2264 or any programming elective (COSC 2436 preferred)<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p>[\/et_pb_toggle][et_pb_toggle title=&#8221;Step 2: Apply to BAS&#8221; _builder_version=&#8221;4.27.7&#8243; _module_preset=&#8221;default&#8221; title_text_color=&#8221;#083D77&#8243; global_colors_info=&#8221;{}&#8221;]<\/p>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/app.smartsheet.com\/b\/form\/32f9385bfcef4130a08f4431b2f3f520\"><span style=\"text-decoration: underline\"><strong>Apply to the BAS<\/strong><\/span><\/a><\/p>\n<p><strong><\/strong><\/p>\n<p><strong>Fall 2026 Admissions Cycle<\/strong><strong><\/strong><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"list-style-type: none\">\n<ul>\n<li style=\"list-style-type: none\">\n<ul>\n<li>Application semester: Fall 2026<\/li>\n<li>Application deadline: September 30, 2026, at 5:00 PM CST<\/li>\n<li>Decision sent: October 5, 2026<\/li>\n<li>Starting semester (if admitted): Spring 2027<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>Note: BAS application dates and deadlines are subject to change. Applicants are encouraged to check the program website regularly for the most up-to-date information.<\/p>\n<p><strong style=\"font-size: 16px\">Spring and Fall 2027 Admissions Cycle &#8211; <\/strong>Coming soon!<i><span style=\"font-weight: 400\"><\/span><\/i><i><span style=\"font-weight: 400\"><\/span><\/i><\/p>\n<p><i><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">\u2193<\/span><\/i><\/p>\n<p>Committee Reviews Your Application: Reviewed once per admissions cycle, after the deadline closes.<\/p>\n<p>\u2193<\/p>\n<p>Get Your Decision: You&#8217;ll be notified by email, with next steps if admitted.<\/p>\n<p>[\/et_pb_toggle][et_pb_toggle title=&#8221;Step 3: Register &amp; Complete Your Degree&#8221; closed_toggle_text_color=&#8221;#083D77&#8243; _builder_version=&#8221;4.27.7&#8243; _module_preset=&#8221;default&#8221; title_text_color=&#8221;#083D77&#8243; global_colors_info=&#8221;{}&#8221;]<\/p>\n<p>The degree plan includes:<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>General Core: 42-45 hrs<\/li>\n<li>Foundational IT Core: 27 hrs<\/li>\n<li>Electives: 18-19 hrs<\/li>\n<li>Upper-Division IT: 33 hrs<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p>Upper-division (3000\/4000-level) courses are restricted to officially admitted BAS students.<\/p>\n<p>Most upper-division courses meet in person, typically in the evening at Highland Campus.<\/p>\n<p>Maintain a 2.0 cumulative GPA to stay in good standing and graduate.<\/p>\n<p>[\/et_pb_toggle][et_pb_toggle title=&#8221;Step 4: Career &amp; Graduate Options&#8221; closed_toggle_text_color=&#8221;#083D77&#8243; _builder_version=&#8221;4.27.7&#8243; _module_preset=&#8221;default&#8221; title_text_color=&#8221;#083D77&#8243; global_colors_info=&#8221;{}&#8221;]<\/p>\n<p>Software Developer skills:<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>Programming languages such as Java, C++, Python<\/li>\n<li>Knowledge of development, testing, and secure design<\/li>\n<li>Awareness of consumer market and client needs<\/li>\n<li>Analytical and problem solving ability<\/li>\n<li>Able to stay on task, meet deadlines, and work in teams<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p>$132,500 median salary in Austin \u00b7 top employers include Amazon, Apple, AMD, IBM, PayPal.<\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p>Helpful links:<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li><span style=\"text-decoration: underline\"><strong><a href=\"https:\/\/www.bls.gov\/ooh\/computer-and-information-technology\/software-developers.htm\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics<\/a><\/strong><\/span><\/li>\n<li><span style=\"text-decoration: underline\"><strong><a href=\"https:\/\/austincc.lightcastcc.com\/careers\/software-developer?radius=&amp;region=Austin-Round%20Rock%2C%20TX\">Lightcast<\/a><\/strong><\/span><\/li>\n<li><span style=\"text-decoration: underline\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.onetonline.org\/link\/summary\/15-1132.00\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\"><strong>O*Net<\/strong>\u00a0<\/a><\/span><\/li>\n<li><span style=\"text-decoration: underline\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.payscale.com\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\"><strong>PayScale.com<\/strong><\/a>\u00a0<strong><br \/><\/strong><\/span><\/li>\n<li><span style=\"text-decoration: underline\"><strong><a href=\"https:\/\/jobsyall.com\/career-explorer\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">Jobs Y\u2019all<\/a>\u00a0<\/strong><\/span><\/li>\n<li><span style=\"text-decoration: underline\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.austinchamber.com\/search?q=job%20posting%20report\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\"><strong>Austin Chamber of Commerce Job Postings Report<\/strong><\/a><\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><strong><\/strong><\/p>\n<p>Direct pipeline to <strong><span style=\"text-decoration: underline\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.tamuct.edu\/degrees\/graduate\/information-systems.html\">Texas A&amp;M\u2013Central Texas in Killeen<\/a><\/span><\/strong> for an online Master&#8217;s in Information Systems. Graduates have also gone to UT Austin, Rice, and Texas State.<\/p>\n<p>[\/et_pb_toggle][\/et_pb_column][\/et_pb_row][\/et_pb_section][et_pb_section fb_built=&#8221;1&#8243; _builder_version=&#8221;4.16&#8243; background_color=&#8221;#bcd3e7&#8243; custom_padding=&#8221;0|0px|27px|0px|false|false&#8221; global_colors_info=&#8221;{}&#8221;][et_pb_row _builder_version=&#8221;4.16&#8243; custom_padding=&#8221;27px|0px|21px|0px|false|false&#8221; global_colors_info=&#8221;{}&#8221;][et_pb_column type=&#8221;4_4&#8243; _builder_version=&#8221;4.16&#8243; custom_padding=&#8221;|||&#8221; global_colors_info=&#8221;{}&#8221; custom_padding__hover=&#8221;|||&#8221;][et_pb_text admin_label=&#8221;Degree Plan title&#8221; _builder_version=&#8221;4.27.7&#8243; header_2_text_color=&#8221;#083d77&#8243; custom_margin=&#8221;||20px|||&#8221; global_colors_info=&#8221;{}&#8221;]<\/p>\n<h1><strong>Frequently Asked Questions<\/strong><\/h1>\n<p>[\/et_pb_text][et_pb_text _builder_version=&#8221;4.27.7&#8243; _module_preset=&#8221;default&#8221; header_4_text_color=&#8221;#30343b&#8221; global_colors_info=&#8221;{}&#8221;]<\/p>\n<h4>Below are answers to commonly asked questions<\/h4>\n<p>[\/et_pb_text][\/et_pb_column][\/et_pb_row][et_pb_row column_structure=&#8221;1_2,1_2&#8243; _builder_version=&#8221;4.16&#8243; _module_preset=&#8221;default&#8221; global_colors_info=&#8221;{}&#8221;][et_pb_column type=&#8221;1_2&#8243; _builder_version=&#8221;4.16&#8243; _module_preset=&#8221;default&#8221; global_colors_info=&#8221;{}&#8221;][et_pb_toggle title=&#8221;Do I need an Associate degree to apply for the BAS program?&#8221; open_toggle_text_color=&#8221;#083d77&#8243; open_toggle_background_color=&#8221;#ffffff&#8221; closed_toggle_text_color=&#8221;#ffffff&#8221; closed_toggle_background_color=&#8221;#083d77&#8243; _builder_version=&#8221;4.16&#8243; _module_preset=&#8221;default&#8221; title_level=&#8221;h3&#8243; title_font=&#8221;PT Sans Narrow|700|||||||&#8221; title_font_size=&#8221;21px&#8221; global_colors_info=&#8221;{}&#8221;]<\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-size: 16px\">No. Under Simplified Admission, you can apply directly to the BAS if you\u2019re TSI Complete, no Associate degree required first (that\u2019s the Direct Path). If you\u2019d rather build up gradually, starting with an AAS is also a great option (the Foundation Path). See \u201cYour Path to the BAS\u201d above for both routes. <\/span><\/p>\n<p>[\/et_pb_toggle][et_pb_toggle title=&#8221;Can I transfer in credits from another institution?&#8221; open_toggle_text_color=&#8221;#083d77&#8243; open_toggle_background_color=&#8221;#ffffff&#8221; closed_toggle_text_color=&#8221;#ffffff&#8221; closed_toggle_background_color=&#8221;#083d77&#8243; _builder_version=&#8221;4.16&#8243; _module_preset=&#8221;default&#8221; title_level=&#8221;h3&#8243; title_font=&#8221;PT Sans Narrow|700|||||||&#8221; title_font_size=&#8221;21px&#8221; border_color_all=&#8221;#656970&#8243; border_style_all=&#8221;none&#8221; global_colors_info=&#8221;{}&#8221;]<\/p>\n<p>Yes, up to 90 credit hours of coursework may be accepted upon review of transcript.<\/p>\n<p>Prior degree attainment must be from an institute accredited by one of the following:\u00a0<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>Southern Association of Colleges and Schools Commission on Colleges (SOCSCOC)<\/li>\n<li>Middle State Commission on Higher Education<\/li>\n<li>New England Association of Schools and Colleges<\/li>\n<li>Higher Learning Commission<\/li>\n<li>Northwest Commission on College and Schools<\/li>\n<li>Western Association of Schools and Colleges<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p>For more information, please visit <a href=\"https:\/\/admissions.austincc.edu\/transcript-evaluation\/\">ACCs Transcript Evaluation<\/a> page.\u00a0<\/p>\n<p>[\/et_pb_toggle][et_pb_toggle title=&#8221;Is the tuition rate for the BAS degree more than other ACC credit courses?&#8221; open_toggle_text_color=&#8221;#083d77&#8243; open_toggle_background_color=&#8221;#ffffff&#8221; closed_toggle_text_color=&#8221;#ffffff&#8221; closed_toggle_background_color=&#8221;#083d77&#8243; _builder_version=&#8221;4.16&#8243; _module_preset=&#8221;default&#8221; title_font=&#8221;PT Sans Narrow|700|||||||&#8221; title_font_size=&#8221;21px&#8221; border_color_all=&#8221;#656970&#8243; border_style_all=&#8221;none&#8221; global_colors_info=&#8221;{}&#8221;]No, the tution rate is the same as all ACC credit programs. <a href=\"https:\/\/www.austincc.edu\/students\/tuition-and-payments\/tuition-table\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\" title=\"Link to ACC tuition table\">ACC tuition table<\/a>[\/et_pb_toggle][\/et_pb_column][et_pb_column type=&#8221;1_2&#8243; _builder_version=&#8221;4.16&#8243; _module_preset=&#8221;default&#8221; global_colors_info=&#8221;{}&#8221;][et_pb_toggle title=&#8221;Where can I find ACC&#8217;s tuition rates? Free Tuition?&#8221; open_toggle_text_color=&#8221;#083d77&#8243; open_toggle_background_color=&#8221;#ffffff&#8221; closed_toggle_text_color=&#8221;#ffffff&#8221; closed_toggle_background_color=&#8221;#083d77&#8243; _builder_version=&#8221;4.27.7&#8243; _module_preset=&#8221;default&#8221; title_level=&#8221;h3&#8243; title_font=&#8221;PT Sans Narrow|700|||||||&#8221; title_font_size=&#8221;21px&#8221; global_colors_info=&#8221;{}&#8221;]<\/p>\n<p>You may access\u00a0<a href=\"https:\/\/www.austincc.edu\/students\/tuition-and-payments\/tuition-table\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\" title=\"Link to ACC&apos;s tuition table\">ACC&#8217;s tuition table<\/a> to view current tuition rates. ACC also offers free tution to eligible students. To check eligibility, visit the <a href=\"https:\/\/www.austincc.edu\/paying-for-college\/acc-free-tuition\/?gad_source=1&amp;gad_campaignid=22440121182&amp;gbraid=0AAAAApYJuSeDtPqGMh5715MRX-eJ2sKz4&amp;gclid=CjwKCAjwmdLSBhANEiwAkREMNwNulZLG32xQj8tWbGYURHp6LYjoANozEZIbAAjDtFm6DWpIu0k4qRoCCr4QAvD_BwE\">Free Tuition website<\/a>.\u00a0<a href=\"https:\/\/www.austincc.edu\/students\/tuition-and-payments\/tuition-table.\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\" title=\"Link to ACC&apos;s tuition table\"><\/a><\/p>\n<p>[\/et_pb_toggle][et_pb_toggle title=&#8221;Are scholarships available?&#8221; open_toggle_text_color=&#8221;#083d77&#8243; open_toggle_background_color=&#8221;#ffffff&#8221; closed_toggle_text_color=&#8221;#ffffff&#8221; closed_toggle_background_color=&#8221;#083d77&#8243; _builder_version=&#8221;4.16&#8243; _module_preset=&#8221;default&#8221; title_level=&#8221;h3&#8243; title_font=&#8221;PT Sans Narrow|700|||||||&#8221; title_font_size=&#8221;21px&#8221; global_colors_info=&#8221;{}&#8221;]ACC has many scholarships available. 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Apply to the BAS Software Development program and start your bachelor\u2019s in tech. Applications are open now. The Fall 2026 deadline is September 30, 2026, at 5:00 PM CST.Bachelor of Applied Science in Software Development Two paths. One bachelor\u2019s degree. Your future in software starts here. Choose the route that fits [&hellip;]<\/p>\n","protected":false},"author":3951,"featured_media":0,"parent":0,"menu_order":0,"comment_status":"closed","ping_status":"closed","template":"","meta":{"_acf_changed":false,"_et_pb_use_builder":"on","_et_pb_old_content":"<p>[et_pb_section bb_built=\"1\" admin_label=\"section\" _builder_version=\"3.0.91\" custom_margin=\"||0px|\" custom_padding=\"||0px|\" next_background_color=\"#000000\"][et_pb_row admin_label=\"row\" background_position=\"top_left\" background_repeat=\"repeat\" background_size=\"initial\" _builder_version=\"3.0.91\"][et_pb_column type=\"1_2\"][et_pb_text admin_label=\"Intro\" _builder_version=\"3.0.91\" background_layout=\"light\"]<\/p><h1 style=\"color: #e4572e;\">The APT Program<\/h1><p>The Accelerated Programmer Training (APT) program was created with funding from a Department of Labor TAACCCT grant and was\u00a0<strong>designed to speed entry into tech careers.<\/strong>\u00a0Students have the flexibility to study and accelerate their course completion and earn credits for prior knowledge.<\/p><p>The program is particularly beneficial to military veterans as well as unemployed and underemployed adults who have previous technical knowledge or interest. Participants receive <strong>personalized guidance and tutoring<\/strong> with a student support specialist when needed. Students also receive <strong>career services support<\/strong> upon completion of their degree.<\/p><p>[\/et_pb_text][\/et_pb_column][et_pb_column type=\"1_2\"][et_pb_image _builder_version=\"3.17.2\" src=\"https:\/\/sites.austincc.edu\/cs\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/189\/2018\/02\/APT-e1518022555284.jpg\" show_in_lightbox=\"off\" url_new_window=\"off\" use_overlay=\"off\" always_center_on_mobile=\"on\" force_fullwidth=\"off\" show_bottom_space=\"on\" \/][\/et_pb_column][\/et_pb_row][\/et_pb_section][et_pb_section bb_built=\"1\" fullwidth=\"off\" specialty=\"on\" _builder_version=\"3.0.91\" border_color_left=\"rgba(51,51,51,0)\" border_style_left=\"none\" padding_top_1=\"0px\" custom_margin=\"0px|||\" custom_padding=\"0px|||\" padding_left_2=\"5px\" make_equal=\"on\" prev_background_color=\"#000000\"][et_pb_column type=\"3_4\" specialty_columns=\"3\"][et_pb_row_inner _builder_version=\"3.0.91\" custom_margin=\"0px|||\" custom_padding=\"0px|||\"][et_pb_column_inner type=\"4_4\" saved_specialty_column_type=\"3_4\"][et_pb_text admin_label=\"About CBE\" _builder_version=\"3.0.91\" background_layout=\"light\"]<\/p><h2>Competency-Based Education<\/h2><p>Competency-based education (CBE) allows students to accelerated toward a degree or certificate. CBE <strong>focuses on content mastery<\/strong>, rather than semester-based completion. This means students can apply their prior learning to move through courses as fast as they are able to show mastery of content.<\/p><h4>Ideal CBE student<\/h4><p>The ideal CBE student is <strong>self-disciplined<\/strong>, <strong>able work independently<\/strong>, and <strong>can<\/strong> <strong>complete coursework online<\/strong>.\u00a0CBE is especially beneficial to students who need a flexible schedule to earn their degree around family or work obligations.<\/p><h4>CBE at ACC<\/h4><p>Austin Community College has initiated <strong>rolling start dates<\/strong> so that, if desired, students can begin new APT courses much sooner than the traditional model of waiting for the next semester to begin.<\/p><p>The APT program at ACC offers CBE courses in <a href=\"https:\/\/sites.austincc.edu\/cs\/computer-information-technology\/computer-programming\/\"><strong>Computer Programming<\/strong><\/a>, <a href=\"https:\/\/sites.austincc.edu\/cs\/computer-information-technology\/computer-user-support\/\"><strong>Computer User Support<\/strong><\/a>, <a href=\"https:\/\/sites.austincc.edu\/cs\/computer-information-technology\/database-administration\/\"><strong>Database Administration<\/strong><\/a>, and <a href=\"https:\/\/sites.austincc.edu\/cs\/computer-information-technology\/web-development\/\"><strong>Web Development<\/strong><\/a>.<\/p><p>[\/et_pb_text][\/et_pb_column_inner][\/et_pb_row_inner][et_pb_row_inner admin_label=\"Row\"][et_pb_column_inner type=\"4_4\" saved_specialty_column_type=\"3_4\"][et_pb_text admin_label=\"How to get started text\" _builder_version=\"3.0.91\" background_layout=\"light\"]<\/p><h2>How to get started<\/h2><p><strong>You need to be admitted to the program to take the accelerated classes.<\/strong> Although you are able to view courses in the Semester schedule, the APT sections are \"locked\" and enrollment is handled by the Student Support Specialist of Department Chair and only for students admitted to the program.<\/p><p>[\/et_pb_text][et_pb_text admin_label=\"Follow the steps - H4 header\" _builder_version=\"3.0.91\" background_layout=\"light\"]<\/p><h4>Please follow the steps below to get enrolled and to ensure this program is right for you.<\/h4><p>[\/et_pb_text][et_pb_toggle admin_label=\"Step One \u2013 ACC Admissions Toggle\" _builder_version=\"3.0.91\" title=\"Step 1 \u2013 Admission to Austin Community College\" open=\"off\" closed_toggle_background_color=\"#e4572e\" closed_toggle_text_color=\"#ffffff\"]<\/p><p>If you are a <strong>new student<\/strong>, <a href=\"http:\/\/www.austincc.edu\/apply-and-register\/admission-steps\"><strong>get enrolled at ACC.<\/strong><\/a><\/p><p><strong>All Students<\/strong>: Please check for any holds on your account using <a href=\"http:\/\/www.austincc.edu\/online-services\"><strong>Student Online Services<\/strong><\/a>.<\/p><p>[\/et_pb_toggle][et_pb_toggle admin_label=\"Step Two \u2013 Intake Form Toggle\" _builder_version=\"3.0.91\" title=\"Step 2 \u2013 Complete the APT Intake Form\" open=\"off\" closed_toggle_background_color=\"#e4572e\" closed_toggle_text_color=\"#ffffff\"]<\/p><p><strong><a href=\"https:\/\/docs.google.com\/forms\/d\/e\/1FAIpQLSdVO16s5ilqjkVWDffhM8hCRSNqrVLfnDrF3Tlmg5Yz9OEnWw\/viewform\">APT Intake Form<\/a><\/strong>. (Must have <a href=\"http:\/\/www.austincc.edu\/acceid\">ACC student ID#<\/a> provided via Step 1)<\/p><p>[\/et_pb_toggle][et_pb_toggle admin_label=\"Step Three \u2013 Interest Card Toggle\" _builder_version=\"3.0.91\" title=\"Step 3 \u2013 Complete the APT Interest Card\" open=\"off\" closed_toggle_background_color=\"#e4572e\" closed_toggle_text_color=\"#ffffff\"]<\/p><p><strong><a href=\"https:\/\/docs.google.com\/forms\/d\/e\/1FAIpQLScKqZLmsXUcgm9gQ1YVyOM79Frh08HgeIYbOca6bAUltWPJpw\/viewform\">APT Session Interest Card<\/a><\/strong>. (Must have <a href=\"http:\/\/www.austincc.edu\/acceid\">ACC student ID#<\/a> provided via Step 1)<\/p><p>[\/et_pb_toggle][et_pb_toggle admin_label=\"Step Four \u2013 Interview Toggle\" _builder_version=\"3.0.91\" title=\"Step 4 \u2013 Attend a 20-30 minute interview\" open=\"off\" closed_toggle_background_color=\"#e4572e\" closed_toggle_text_color=\"#ffffff\"]<\/p><p>Once you have completed Steps 1, 2 and 3, email <a href=\"mailto:kohls@austincc.edu\"><strong>Mary Kohls<\/strong><\/a><strong>,<\/strong> Department Chair, to request an interview time.<\/p><p>You may also call her directly at <strong><a href=\"tel:5122233185\">(512) 223.3185<\/a><\/strong>, or visit her at the <strong><a href=\"http:\/\/www.austincc.edu\/highland-campus\">Highland Campus<\/a><\/strong>.<\/p><p>Assuming you're accepted into the program at this point and there are available seats, Prof. Kohls will then enroll you in the course(s).<\/p><p>[\/et_pb_toggle][\/et_pb_column_inner][\/et_pb_row_inner][\/et_pb_column][et_pb_column type=\"1_4\"][et_pb_text admin_label=\"APT Announcements header\" _builder_version=\"3.0.91\" background_layout=\"light\" header_2_text_color=\"#e4572e\" header_2_font_size=\"2em\"]<\/p><h2>APT Announcements<\/h2><p>[\/et_pb_text][et_pb_blog _builder_version=\"3.0.91\" posts_number=\"3\" show_content=\"off\" show_thumbnail=\"off\" show_more=\"off\" show_author=\"off\" show_date=\"off\" show_categories=\"off\" show_comments=\"off\" show_pagination=\"off\" fullwidth=\"on\" use_dropshadow=\"off\" use_overlay=\"off\" background_layout=\"light\" pagination_font_size_tablet=\"51\" pagination_line_height_tablet=\"2\" custom_margin=\"0px||0px|\" custom_padding=\"0px||0px|\" include_categories=\"21\" \/][et_pb_divider _builder_version=\"3.0.91\" show_divider=\"on\" color=\"#656970\" custom_margin=\"0px||0px|\" custom_padding=\"0px||0px|\" \/][et_pb_text admin_label=\"Contact\" _builder_version=\"3.0.91\" background_layout=\"light\" header_2_text_color=\"#e4572e\" header_2_font_size=\"2em\"]<\/p><h2>Contact<\/h2><p><strong>Department Chair<\/strong><br \/>Mary Kohls<br \/><a href=\"mailto:kohls@austincc.edu\">kohls@austincc.edu<\/a><br \/><a href=\"tel:5122233185\">(512) 223-3185<\/a><\/p><p><strong>Dean<\/strong><br \/>Linda Smarzik<br \/><a href=\"mailto:lsmarzik@austincc.edu\">lsmarzik@austincc.edu<\/a><br \/><a href=\"tel:5122239214\">(512) 223-9214<\/a><\/p><p>[\/et_pb_text][et_pb_divider _builder_version=\"3.0.91\" show_divider=\"on\" color=\"#656970\" custom_margin=\"0px||0px|\" custom_padding=\"0px||0px|\" \/][et_pb_text admin_label=\"Important Links\" _builder_version=\"3.0.91\" background_layout=\"light\" header_2_text_color=\"#e4572e\" header_2_font_size=\"2em\"]<\/p><h2>Important Links<\/h2><p><a href=\"http:\/\/www.austincc.edu\/support-and-services\/services-for-students\/military-and-veterans\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><strong>Military and Veterans<\/strong><\/a><\/p><p><a href=\"http:\/\/scholarships@austincc.edu\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><strong>Scholarships<\/strong><\/a><\/p><p>[\/et_pb_text][\/et_pb_column][\/et_pb_section]<\/p>","_et_gb_content_width":"","footnotes":""},"class_list":["post-5397","page","type-page","status-publish","hentry"],"acf":[],"_links":{"self":[{"href":"https:\/\/sites.austincc.edu\/cs\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/pages\/5397","targetHints":{"allow":["GET"]}}],"collection":[{"href":"https:\/\/sites.austincc.edu\/cs\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/pages"}],"about":[{"href":"https:\/\/sites.austincc.edu\/cs\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/types\/page"}],"author":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/sites.austincc.edu\/cs\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/users\/3951"}],"replies":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/sites.austincc.edu\/cs\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/comments?post=5397"}],"version-history":[{"count":3,"href":"https:\/\/sites.austincc.edu\/cs\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/pages\/5397\/revisions"}],"predecessor-version":[{"id":10460,"href":"https:\/\/sites.austincc.edu\/cs\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/pages\/5397\/revisions\/10460"}],"wp:attachment":[{"href":"https:\/\/sites.austincc.edu\/cs\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media?parent=5397"}],"curies":[{"name":"wp","href":"https:\/\/api.w.org\/{rel}","templated":true}]}}