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Official ACC Press Releases

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ACC takes the next step toward free tuition for the Class of 2024

Austin Community College District (ACC) is evaluating expanding eligibility for the pilot launch of its proposed FREE tuition program. The college presented updates during a work session on Monday, February 12, with the Board of … Continue reading

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ACC Cabinet Leader, Dr. Molly Beth Malcolm, Announces Retirement

Austin Community College District (ACC) Executive Vice Chancellor of Operations & Public Affairs, Dr. Molly Beth Malcolm, will retire in August 2024 after more than 12 years of service to the college and the Central … Continue reading

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ACC named top producer of Fulbright U.S. Scholars

For the third time in five years, Austin Community College District (ACC) is recognized as a top producer of Fulbright Scholars. The U.S. Department of State’s Bureau of Educational and Cultural Affairs released its 2023-24 … Continue reading

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Get help finding money for college! ACC offers special FAFSA workshops & 1-on-1 support in February

Just in time for Financial Aid Month in February, the new Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA) form is now open. Austin Community College District (ACC) hosts sessions all month long to help current … Continue reading

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Apply now for ACC’s Summer 2024 Study Abroad Program

Applications are now open for Austin Community College District’s (ACC) Summer 2024 Study Abroad Program. Any ACC student at least 18 years old and in good academic standing is encouraged to apply.  Study Abroad programs … Continue reading

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Explore a future in health care! You’re Invited to ACC’s Health Sciences Open House

In the next seven years, the healthcare industry in Central Texas is expected to grow in big ways. Seven new hospitals and expansions at nine of its current hospitals have all been announced. You can … Continue reading

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Welcome back, Riverbats! Spring 2024 semester begins Tuesday, January 16

Austin Community College District (ACC) welcomes students for the spring 2024 semester on Tuesday, January 16. ACC employees will station at all 11 campuses this week to greet students and hand out swag as they … Continue reading

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ACC closes in observance of Martin Luther King Jr. Day

Austin Community College District (ACC) is closed Monday, January 15, in observance of Martin Luther King Jr. Day. The college will reopen Tuesday, January 16, which marks the first day of the spring semester. With … Continue reading

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ACC proposes free college tuition for high school seniors

Austin Community College District (ACC) wants to pilot a new program to make college tuition FREE for all high school seniors in Central Texas.  On Monday, January 8, ACC Chancellor Dr. Russell Lowery-Hart presented the … Continue reading

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ACC closed for winter break December 22 through January 2

Austin Community College District (ACC) will close for winter break beginning Friday, December 22. Offices will reopen at 8 a.m. Wednesday, January 3. Registration for spring will remain open during the break. Students may view … Continue reading

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