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A group of approximately 18 people stands together in the Travis County Commissioners Court chamber for a recognition photo. Several people in the center hold framed proclamations while the group smiles toward the camera. The Travis County seal and U.S. and Texas flags are displayed behind them at the dais, with commissioners, community partners, and Austin Community College representatives gathered to celebrate the recognition.

Travis County Recognizes ACC’s Free Tuition Program with Proclamation

The Travis County Commissioners Court recognized Austin Community College District (ACC) and its Board of Trustees during its Tuesday, July 14, meeting. The county presented a proclamation honoring Trustees and the College’s Free Tuition Pilot … Continue reading

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“The impossible is always within reach” | Hear from spring 2026 grad Laila 

Austin Community College District (ACC) will honor more than 3,700 graduates at its Spring 2026 Commencement Ceremony on Thursday, May 14, at the H-E-B Center in Cedar Park. Family, friends, and supporters are invited to … Continue reading

ACC Board of Trustees May 2026 Meetings Recap

The Austin Community College District (ACC) Board of Trustees met for a work session and its regular meeting on Monday, May 4. Trustees heard reports on the College’s Free Tuition Pilot Program, an economic impact … Continue reading

Year Two Review: The Impact of Free Tuition at ACC

Almost two years into the Free Tuition Pilot Program, the Austin Community College District (ACC) Board of Trustees heard an update on the program’s success at its May 4, 2026, work session.  ACC’s enrollment numbers … Continue reading

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Strategy for Central Texas Workforce Pipelines, Student Success Initiatives Outlined at State of ACC

Austin Community College District (ACC) shared its vision for building what’s next in higher education, workforce development, and regional economic opportunity at the second annual State of ACC, held on Thursday, February 19, at the … Continue reading

Enrollment grows at ACC as workforce and health programs see double-digit gains

Data shows record gains in enrollment, persistence, and full-time attendance Austin Community College District (ACC) welcomes students for the spring 2026 semester beginning Tuesday, January 20. The College continues to see enrollment growth in almost … Continue reading

ACC Free Tuition Pilot: One Year Later, Enrollment and Student Success Reach New Heights

College marks historic growth and stronger persistence As the second cohort enters the halfway mark on their first semester, Austin Community College District (ACC) reports record-breaking enrollment. Students are also continuing to stay enrolled year … Continue reading

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Registration Now Open for Spring 2026 at Austin Community College District 

Registration is officially open for the spring 2026 semester at Austin Community College District (ACC). New and current students can enroll now for classes starting Tuesday, January 20. Students are encouraged to register early to … Continue reading

Welcome Back, Riverbats! Fall semester begins Monday, August 25

Enrollment up about 10% | Free Tuition Pilot students double from last fall Austin Community College District (ACC) welcomes students for the fall 2025 semester on Monday, August 25. This fall marks one of the … Continue reading

ACC celebrates students taking their next steps after GED Certificate

Austin Community College District (ACC) celebrates 28 students who are taking their next steps in life after earning their General Educational Development (GED) certificate. Their certification program was made possible through a partnership between ACC, … Continue reading

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