Community Colleges in Austin, Texas

Austin, the vibrant state capital of Texas, has been hailed the "Live music capital of the world."In addition to its many music festivals and venues, Austin is also home to one of the country's largest community college districts. With eight campuses, the Austin Community College District serves students in seven counties. Offering associate degrees, university transfer programs and workforce certificates, Austin's community colleges provide educational opportunities for students of all levels.
  1. Cypress Creek

    • Located in Austin's Northwest quadrant, the Cypress Creek campus offers a wide selection of courses and programs. Cypress Creek offers courses for students interested in transferring to a four-year institution and those seeking career enhancement certificates. Students in any program can utilize Cypress Creek's multiple computer labs, media facilities and library services. Also offered at this location are courses in Government, Archeology, Biology, Business Administration, Law Enforcement, Fashion Merchandising and Medical Coding.

      In 2009, Cypress Creek started offering Weekend College courses, allowing students to complete degrees or certificates by attending classes only on weekends. This can be a convenient option for mid-career or working students.

      Cypress Creek Campus

      1555 Cypress Creek Rd.

      Cedar Park, TX 78613

      512-223-2000

      austincc.edu

    Eastview

    • Eastview offers many core curriculum courses designed to satisfy transfer requirements for four-year institutions. In addition, Eastview also offers technical certificate programs geared towards students interested in immediate employment. Eastview's technical programs include areas of study such as, Criminal Justice, Culinary Arts, Health Sciences, Biotechnology, Fire Protection Technology, Hotel/Restaurant Management and Travel/Tourism.

      Students can take advantage of Eastview's One-Stop Workforce Center which provides career counseling and job placement opportunities.

      The African-American Cultural Center is also housed at Eastview. It hosts year-round activities and presentations. It is open to both students and non-student members of the community.

      Eastview Campus

      3401 Webberville Rd.

      Austin, TX 78702

      512-223-5100

      austincc.edu

    Northridge

    • The Northridge campus is situated in the heart of Austin's industrial technology district. This makes Northridge a popular choice for students pursuing computer-related workforce degrees. In 2009, Northridge began offering Weekend College courses. Weekend College is a program designed with the working student in mind, providing classes to better fit into a busy work schedule.

      The programs in Architectural and Engineering Computer Aided Design, Commercial Music and Photography are unique to Northridge and are not offered at any other Austin Community College campus.

      Northridge Campus

      11928 Stonehollow Drive

      Austin, TX 78758

      512-223-4730

      austincc.edu

    Pinnacle

    • Opened in 1991, the Pinnacle campus serves students of Austin's Southwest quadrant. Pinnacle is the headquarters for all of Austin Community College District's Distance Learning programs. Distance Learning programs offer students online and hybrid courses in a wide variety of subjects. On-campus classes are also offered here, with a focus in Web Development and Design.

      Pinnacle is also known for its semi-annual student life art show. Every semester, Pinnacle's students, staff and faculty display their art in the student life center. The show culminates with an open mic night for music and other performances.

      Pinnacle Campus

      7748 Highway 290 W.

      Austin, TX 78736

      512-223-8001

      austincc.edu

    Rio Grande

    • Located in central Austin, Rio Grande offers many university transfer courses but is primarily known for courses in artistic disciplines. The campus boasts a concert and dance theater, and is home to Austin Community College District's dance program. Rio Grande also publishes a student newspaper, the Accent and a student literary magazine, The Rio Review. This campus also offers programs in ceramics, drama and sculpture.

      Rio Grande Campus

      1212 Rio Grande St.

      Austin, TX 78701

      512-223-3000

      austincc.edu

    Riverside

    • Located in Southeast Austin, Riverside is one of three central Austin campuses. Though Riverside does offer university transfer courses, technical certificate and associate degree programs are its focus. Riverside is also home to the Latin American Studies Center, El Centro.

      Areas of study offered at Riverside include Automotive Technology, Building Construction Technology, Semiconductor Manufacturing Technology and as of 2009, a program in Renewable Energy Technology.

      Riverside Campus

      1020 Grove Blvd.

      Austin, TX 78741

      512-223-6000

      austincc.edu

    Round Rock

    • Round Rock is located in Williamson County, in the greater Austin area. With over 5,000 students, Round Rock offers many continuing education and career enhancement programs. Areas of study include Nursing, Biotechnology, Information Technology, Medical Laboratory Technology, Radiology and Surgical Technology. Round Rock also offers core curriculum courses and university transfer degrees.

      Round Rock provides comprehensive student services such as media facilities, career counseling and a learning lab with free tutoring available.

      Round Rock

      4400 College Park Drive

      Round Rock, TX 78665

      512-223-0000

      austincc.edu

    South Austin

    • Opened in 2006, South Austin campus is a three-story, 26 class room facility with advanced science and computer labs. Offered are core curriculum courses in Communications, Humanities, Biological Sciences, Social and Behavioral Sciences and Mathematics. South Austin also provides GED preparation and English as a Second Language classes. For eligible high school students, Early College Start courses can prepare them for their educational future.

      South Austin Campus

      1820 W. Stassney Lane

      Austin, TX 78745

      512-223-9100

      austincc.edu

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