State of ACC
Austin Community College District (ACC) invites you to the 2nd Annual State of ACC. The event offers an opportunity to come together to talk about what’s working, what’s changing, and how we’re preparing students and our region for the future ahead.
ACC will share how investments like ACC’s Free Tuition Program, its transfer programs, specialized academies, and basic needs support programs are expanding access and helping students stay on track and succeed. We’ll look forward to emerging workforce needs and what we can do together to make an even bigger impact.
Your voice and partnership matter. The future of our community depends on the strength of the relationships we build and the work we do together. We hope you will join us at the table.
Leading with Love: A 2026 State of ACC
Austin Community College District (ACC) invites you to the 2nd Annual State of ACC. The event offers an opportunity to come together to talk about what’s working, what’s changing, and how we’re preparing students and our region for the future ahead.
Location: ACC Rio Grande Campus, Building 3000 Center for Government and Civic Service, 1218 West Ave, Austin, TX 78701
Date and time: Thu, Feb 19, 2026 5:00 PM
Our North Star
70% Completion by 2030
ACC will increase the student completion
rate from 46% to 70% by 2030.
It’s an ambitious goal to improve the lives of
individuals and close workforce gaps in our
community—and to do it at scale.
ACC is For Everyone!
Meet "Ashley"
More than a persona, “Ashley” represents the typical ACC student. She is 26 years old, a woman of color who attends college part-time, and works while caring for her family. ACC is designing a college to help Ashley and all students succeed.
Our Students
How We Get There
Theory of Change
ACC set a bold course to ensure Ashley reaches the North Star Goal. We developed a comprehensive Theory of Change — a transformative plan to redesign the College with a focus on reducing pressing barriers to students’ academic and personal success.
Start Strong
When students have a clear plan and intensive proactive support, they quickly begin making academic progress. For example, students who visit their advisor two or more times each semester are 13% more likely to persist.
Enroll Full-Time
ACC students who enroll full-time finish faster and have access to more financial aid. Currently, 73% of students are part-time.
Meet Basic Needs
Low-income students face significant challenges that can hinder their ability to learn. Reducing those barriers helps students focus on their education and reach their full potential.
Belonging & Culture
ACC is creating a culture that ensures our students (and employees) feel a sense of belonging and connection. Data indicates when students feel a strong sense of community, they excel.
Why It Matters
More than 74,000 students choose ACC each year. We believe they deserve affordable access to a college education and workforce training that can put them on a path of upward mobility and lead to a highly skilled workforce for a strong economy.
Meet Yessica Marroquin
Yessica Marroquin immigrated to the United States from El Salvador at 16 years old. She went straight into work to support herself, but after having her first daughter — Yessica was determined to make a better life for her family. She enrolled at ACC, started with courses to earn her GED®, continued with ESOL classes, and persisted to earn an associate degree in Paralegal Studies. She graduated with a 4.0 GPA and was recognized with the Chancellor’s Student Achievement Award.