Colleges Near Austin, Texas

University of Texas at Austin

• Founded in 1883, the University of Texas at Austin has grown into one of the largest public universities in the country, serving more than 50,000 students each year with 17 colleges and schools and 21,000 faculty and staff members. Prospective students may begin with a bachelor degree program in many arts and sciences programs, including architecture, education, business, communication, and more. Later they may choose to attend the graduate school, pharmacy school or law school. The university is widely known for its Longhorns sports programs, but it also has a broad performing arts presence. Admissions decisions are based on high school curriculum, college entrance exam scores and a written essay. Recommendation letters may be helpful, but they are not required.

  University of Texas at Austin
  405 W. 25th St.
  Austin, TX 78705-4831
  512-471-3151
  utexas.edu

Huston Tillotson College

• A college that historically served African-American students, Huston Tillotson College's current mission is to provide four-year liberal arts and sciences degrees to students of any background. Its College of Arts and Sciences offers bachelor degree programs through its humanities and fine arts; natural sciences and mathematics; social and behavioral sciences; and teacher education and kinesiology departments. The School of Business and Technology provides an education in business administration and computer science. Admission requirements for freshmen include a high school grade point average of 2.3 or higher, a score of at least 860 on the SAT or 18 on the ACT, and a class ranking in the top 50 percent of high school graduating class.

  Huston Tillitson College
  900 Chicon St.
  Austin, TX 78702
  512-505-3000
  htu.edu

Austin Community College

• For students who choose to begin their education at a two-year college, Austin Community College offers associate degrees, transfer degrees and certificates in dozens of subject areas, ranging from accounting to writing. The school also provides adult education opportunities, English language programs and GED preparation. High school students may participate in pre-college programs, like early college start and technical preparation. Other programs include developmental education, workforce education and distance education. Enrollment is open to anyone with a high school diploma or a GED, and other adults who demonstrate skills proficiency.

  Austin Community College
  5930 Middle Fiskville Rd.
  Austin, TX 78752-4390
  512-223-4222
  austincc.edu