Austin Community College District
About Austin Community College District
Overview, location, and what makes it stand out
Austin Community College teaches across the city and its suburbs and is a Hispanic-Serving Institution. Nursing, business and computer science are its largest programs, and it sends a higher share of its students on to four-year colleges than most community colleges manage.
Founded
1973
Location
Austin, Texas
Students
30,189
Institution
Community College
Known For
Key Stats
A quick snapshot of what matters most
Acceptance Rate
Open
Admits all qualified applicants
Graduation Rate
20.2%
Below national average
In-State Tuition
$2,550
Out-of-state: $10,590
Avg Net Price
$6,390
After financial aid
SAT Average
Not required
No test scores requested
Median Earnings
$43,177
10 years after enrollment
Admissions
How competitive is getting in?
Selectivity
Open Admission
Every applicant who meets the basic requirements is admitted, so there is no acceptance rate
How to Apply
Test Policy
No test needed
Application Fee
Free
Early
N/A
Deadline
Rolling
Academics
How strong is the academic experience?
Student Success
Below Average
20.2% complete their degree within three years
Retention
Not reported
Transfer Out
30.2%
The federal survey collects no first-year retention cohort for this college.
Teaching Quality
18:1
Student-Faculty Ratio
Full-Time
40.5%
$/Student
$8.3K
Class Size
Medium
The 20.2% graduation rate is below the national average of 44%. It's worth looking into what support systems the school offers to help you finish your degree.
Tuition & Costs
What will you actually pay?
Tuition & Fees
$2,550
In-State
$10,590
Out-of-State
Tuition and mandatory fees only, does not include housing or meals
Room & Board
No on-campus housing
Books & Supplies
$1,200
Total Cost of Attendance
$15,190
After Financial Aid
$6,390
Average Net Price
Average amount students actually pay after grants and scholarships
Net Price (family income <$30K)
$3,789
Receive Grants
24.4%
Take Loans
13%
Tuition is $2,550/yr, and after aid the average student pays about $6,390.
Financial Aid
Who gets aid and what happens after
Financial aid comes in two forms: grants and scholarships (free money you don't repay) and loans (borrowed money you pay back after graduating). Here's how students at Austin Community College District fund their education.
While in School
24.4%
Get Grants
Free money
13%
Take Loans
Must repay
$24,990
Median Family Income
After Graduation
$10,499
Median Debt at Graduation
Total federal loan balance when students graduate
$111/mo
Monthly Payment
0%
LowDefault Rate
The median debt is just $10,499, and less than 0% of graduates default on their loans. Students here leave with very manageable financial obligations.
Student Body
Diversity, gender, and enrollment
From gender balance and racial diversity to age and background, here's a look at who attends Austin Community College District.
Gender
57.5%
Female
43%
Male
Female to Male Ratio
Race & Ethnicity
Enrollment
30,189
Undergraduate Students
Student Profile
N/A
Graduates
45.2%
First-Gen
24 yrs
Avg Age
31.2%
Age 25+
Women make up the majority at 58% of the student body. 45.2% are first-generation college students, so there's a strong community of students who understand that experience.
Campus Life
What it's like to be a student here
Campus Setting
City: Large
Campus Quick Facts
30,189
Students
community
Institution
Large
Campus Size
N/A
Classification
What This College Offers
Semester calendar
Study Abroad
Yes
AP Credit
Yes
Teacher Cert
Yes
ROTC
No
Evening College
Yes
Online Programs
Yes
Job Placement
No
Career Counseling
Yes
After Graduation
What can you earn with this degree?
How much do graduates of Austin Community College Districtearn, and what do they study? Here's a look at outcomes and popular programs.
Earnings Trajectory
$43,177
Median Earnings · 10 Years After
Popular Programs
Top 6Liberal Arts and Sciences, General Studies and Humanities
$38K
1612 grads
1yr Earnings
Business/Commerce, General
$43K
330 grads
1yr Earnings
Registered Nursing, Nursing Administration, Nursing Research and Clinical Nursing
$68K
307 grads
1yr Earnings
Computer and Information Sciences, General
$49K
165 grads
1yr Earnings
Psychology, General
$30K
159 grads
1yr Earnings
Allied Health Diagnostic, Intervention, and Treatment Professions
$60K
95 grads
1yr Earnings
Graduates earn about $39K six years out, growing to $43K by year ten. Above average, though your choice of major will be the biggest factor.
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Data sourced from the U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard Some figures may reflect prior academic years. Our editorial team reviews and updates college profiles to ensure accuracy. If you notice outdated information, please let us know.