Applying for scholarships at ACC is simpler than you might think—one application can match you to hundreds of opportunities. But one part matters most: your personal statement. If you’re not sure where to start, ACC … Continue reading
From Warehouse to National Scholar: Angel Sanchez Earns National Recognition at ACC
When Angel R. Sanchez enrolled at Austin Community College District (ACC) in summer 2024, he was taking a chance on himself. Just two years earlier, he was working at a warehouse and wasn’t sure college … Continue reading
Honors Program ACC student named semifinalist for prestigious national scholarship
Austin Community College District (ACC) student, Parker Garcia, is a semifinalist for the prestigious Cooke Undergraduate Transfer Scholarship from the Jack Kent Cooke Foundation. The nationally competitive scholarship supports high-achieving community college students with financial … Continue reading
ACC Once Again Named Top Producer of Gilman Scholars
Austin Community College District (ACC) has been recognized by the U.S. Department of State as a Top Producer of Benjamin A. Gilman International Scholarship Program recipients for 2001–2025. Over the program’s history, 21 ACC students … Continue reading
ACC announces $15,000 gift from Moody Center
Austin Community College District (ACC) and the ACC Foundation announce a major gift from Moody Center, Austin’s premier entertainment venue, to fund the Moody Center Endowed Scholarship at ACC. The $15,000 gift, made through Austin … Continue reading
ACC Receives $322,760 Gift from Dr. John Roueche, Names Highland Conference Room in Donor’s Honor
The Austin Community College District (ACC) Board of Trustees and ACC Foundation accepted a major $322,760 gift from Dr. John Roueche on Monday, December 2, 2024. The gift will fund multiple endowed scholarships for ACC … Continue reading
ACC Trustees unanimously approve new Affordability Scholarship to help current students finish
The Austin Community College District (ACC) Board of Trustees unanimously approved additional Affordability Scholarships for current students during its regular meeting on Monday, July 1. Under the new program, ACC will cover the final credit … Continue reading
ACC Board of Trustees June 3 Recap
The Austin Community College District (ACC) Board of Trustees met for its regular meeting on Monday, June 3. During the meeting, trustees discussed the 2024-25 budget, general obligation bond projects at ACC Eastview Campus, and … Continue reading
ACC partners with Macy’s for Holiday Style Scholars Celebration and Scholarship Awards
Austin Community College District’s (ACC) Fashion Incubator hosts the Holiday Style Scholars event at the ACC Fashion Incubator Studios to celebrate the achievements of talented student design leaders. Two prestigious scholarships also will be provided … Continue reading
ACC Welcomes New and Returning Students for Fall 2023: Meet Kendra Faxigue
As students head back to the Austin Community College District (ACC) classroom, the college celebrates students at all different parts of their educational journey. Meet Kendra Faxigue, a nursing student who will be taking her … Continue reading