Austin Community College District Tuition & Completion
Austin Community College District is a public community college in Austin, Texas, enrolling about 30,189 students. The college offers associate degrees, career certificates, and transfer pathways to four-year universities. Typical net price after grant aid is about $6,390 for students who receive it, compared with published tuition near $2,550. Student demographics in federal data include Hispanic or Latino (43.6%) and White (34.3%) among the largest enrollment groups.
Key Facts
- 2024 Undergraduate Tuition: $2,550
- 2024 Average Net Price: $6,390 After Financial Aid
- 2024 Acceptance Rate: N/A Moderate Selectivity
- 2024 Enrolled Students: 30,189 32.7% Full-Time
- 2024 Graduation Rate: 20.20%
- Carnegie Classification: Master's Colleges and Universities: Larger Programs
- First-Generation Students: 45.2%
- Tuition trend: In-state tuition increase of 0.0% from 2022 to 2023 (College Scorecard).
- Net price trend: Average net price decrease of 4.2% from 2022 to 2023 (College Scorecard).
- Full-Time Faculty: 40.5%
- Undergraduate Enrollment: 63,513
- Room & Board: $18,240 annual estimate
Austin Community College District: what the data shows
Common questions about Austin Community College District, answered from College Scorecard and IPEDS in this repository.
Where is Austin Community College District?
Austin Community College District is located in Austin, TX (ZIP 78752-7000).
NCES locale classification: City.
Is Austin Community College District public or private?
Austin Community College District is a Public institution.
How much does Austin Community College District cost?
Published tuition: $2,550 in-state, $10,590 out-of-state.
Average net price after aid: $6,390.
| Family income band | Avg. net price |
|---|---|
| Family income $0–$30,000 | $3,789 |
| $30,001–$48,000 | $4,388 |
| $48,001–$75,000 | $7,759 |
| $75,001–$110,000 | $11,356 |
| $110,001+ | $14,889 |
Sticker tuition × four years (estimate, no room/board): $10,200.
How big is Austin Community College District?
Total enrollment: 30,189 students.
Undergraduate enrollment: 63,513 students.
About 33% enroll full-time in our extract.
What is the graduation rate at Austin Community College District?
150%-time completion rate: 20.20%.
What do graduates of Austin Community College District earn?
Median earnings: $38,647 six years after entry; $43,177 ten years after entry (College Scorecard).
How much debt do students have?
Median federal loan debt among completers: $10,499.
24.36% of students receive Pell grants.
What is Austin Community College District known for?
Largest IPEDS program completions at this institution:
- General Studies (2,263 completions)
- Computer Programming/Programmer, General (646 completions)
- Computer Systems Networking and Telecommunications (457 completions)
- Registered Nursing/Registered Nurse (355 completions)
- Welding Technology/Welder (327 completions)
- Business/Commerce, General (313 completions)
- Psychology, General (161 completions)
- Computer and Information Sciences, General (152 completions)
- Automobile/Automotive Mechanics Technology/Technician (147 completions)
- Accounting (147 completions)
See ROI & Programs for more.
Is Austin Community College District a good school?
We do not score schools on opinion. Federal data in our extract show completion rate 20.20%; median earnings $43,177 at 10 years; net price $6,390. Compare these figures to your cost, aid, and career goals.
Tuition & Cost
Tuition Costs
$2,550
2024 Undergraduate Tuition
In 2024, the cost of tuition at Austin Community College District was $2,550.
Tuition comparison with similar institutions.
Average Net Price
$6,390
2024 Value
In 2024 Austin Community College District had an average net price — the price paid after factoring in grants and loans — of $6,390.
Average net price comparison with similar institutions.
Total Cost of Attendance
$25,560 Estimated 4-Year Total Cost
$6,390 Average Annual Net Price (after aid)
$10,200 4-Year In-State Tuition
$42,360 4-Year Out-of-State Tuition
$18,240 Room & Board (annual, on-campus estimate)
$1,200 Books & Supplies (annual estimate)
$21,990 Estimated Annual Sticker (tuition + room/board + books)
$87,960 Estimated 4-Year Sticker (before aid)
4-year total cost breakdown for Austin Community College District.
Financial Aid by Income Level
24.36% Undergraduates Receiving Financial Aid through Grants
13.04% Undergraduates Receiving Financial Aid through Loans
Financial aid distribution by income level.
Student Loan Default Rate
0.00%
3-year cohort default rate (College Scorecard)
The published 3-year cohort default rate for borrowers at Austin Community College District was 0.00%.
Cohort default rates account for borrowers who default in the first three years.
Tuition tracker
Published tuition and average net price by reporting year come from the College Scorecard institution file. Values are not adjusted for inflation; missing cells mean the field was not reported or was suppressed for Austin Community College District in that year.
Reporting years in the table below: 2013–2023 (Scorecard labels refer to the institutional submission cycle).
| Year | In-state tuition & fees | Out-of-state tuition & fees | Average net price |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2013 | $2,490 | $9,870 | $9,610 |
| 2014 | $2,550 | $10,830 | $8,404 |
| 2015 | $2,550 | $11,340 | $9,254 |
| 2016 | $2,550 | $13,080 | $8,385 |
| 2017 | $2,550 | $13,080 | $8,175 |
| 2018 | $2,550 | $13,020 | $6,647 |
| 2019 | $2,550 | $13,020 | $6,861 |
| 2020 | $2,550 | $13,020 | $7,224 |
| 2021 | $2,550 | $10,590 | $6,612 |
| 2022 | $2,550 | $10,590 | $6,581 |
| 2023 | $2,550 | $10,590 | $6,306 |
Sticker tuition and net price over time
Where the institution reported separate in-state and out-of-state tuition, both appear. Gaps mean the value was not reported for that year.
College Scorecard reporting-year fields (not inflation-adjusted).
Net price by family income
Brackets follow Scorecard definitions for the series shown (public vs private institution).
Latest income-band net prices available in the processed extract.
Acceptance Rate & Admissions
Acceptance Rate
Acceptance rate data is not available for this institution.
Acceptance rate compared to national average.
Test Scores
Test score data is not available for this institution.
Average SAT and ACT scores for admitted students.
Academic Requirements
GPA requirements are not published by this institution. Contact the admissions office for specific academic requirements.
Estimated GPA and test score ranges.
Enrollment & Student Demographics
Austin Community College District reported total enrollment of about 30,189 students in the latest College Scorecard extract. The student body is about 43% male and 57% female. Enrollment by race and ethnicity includes Hispanic or Latino (43.6%), White (34.3%), and Black or African American (9.7%). About 24.36% of undergraduates receive Pell Grants. Roughly 45.2% of students are first-generation college students.
Full-Time vs Part-Time Enrollment
32.7% Full-Time Enrollment
The total enrollment at Austin Community College District in 2024 is 30,189 students.
Undergraduate enrollment is about 63,513 students.
Full-time vs part-time enrollment comparison.
Retention Rate over Time
N/A%
2024 Retention Rate
Retention rate measures the number of first-time students who began their studies the previous fall and returned to school the following fall.
Retention rate over time compared to similar institutions.
Enrollment by Race & Ethnicity
The largest enrollment share in our College Scorecard extract is Hispanic or Latino at 43.6%.
Shares are for total enrollment (undergraduate and graduate combined when reported).
College Scorecard student demographics.
Graduates & Outcomes
Time to Complete
0.00% 100% Completion Time
20.20% 150% Completion Time
In 2024, 0.00% of students graduating from Austin Community College District completed their program within 100% "normal time".
Completion rates over time compared to similar institutions.
Completions by Sex (Top Programs)
- General Studies: 36% male / 64% female
- Computer Programming/Programmer, General: 68% male / 32% female
- Computer Systems Networking and Telecommunications: 73% male / 27% female
IPEDS completions by sex for the five largest programs (aggregate CIPs excluded).
Completions by Race & Ethnicity
Combined IPEDS award counts across reported programs; largest group: White.
Summed across program completion records in our extract.
ROI & Programs
Financial value and program information for Austin Community College District.
Return on Investment
$10,499 Median Student Debt
$43,177 Median Annual Earnings (10 years)
24.32% Debt-to-Earnings Ratio
1589.24% Return on Investment
2.4 years Estimated Payback Period
Financial value analysis for Austin Community College District.
Top Programs by Completions
10 largest programs by IPEDS completions (of 128 reported codes; aggregate/unknown CIP buckets excluded).
1. General Studies: 2,263 completions
2. Computer Programming/Programmer, General: 646 completions
3. Computer Systems Networking and Telecommunications: 457 completions
4. Registered Nursing/Registered Nurse: 355 completions
5. Welding Technology/Welder: 327 completions
6. Business/Commerce, General: 313 completions
7. Psychology, General: 161 completions
8. Computer and Information Sciences, General: 152 completions
9. Automobile/Automotive Mechanics Technology/Technician: 147 completions
Most popular programs at Austin Community College District.
Employment Outcomes
Employment outcome data is not available for this institution.
Earnings outcomes for Austin Community College District graduates.
Operations
Instructional staffing and expenditure indicators for Austin Community College District from College Scorecard (not a full IPEDS finance statement).
Instructional Resources
- Full-time faculty share: 40.5%
- Average faculty salary (Scorecard): $8,962
- Instructional expenditure per FTE: $8,293
Endowment and detailed non-instructional staff counts require IPEDS Finance/HR surveys and are not in this extract.
Scorecard instructional metrics where reported.
About
Austin Community College District is a public institution located in Austin, TX, classified as Master's Colleges and Universities: Larger Programs. In the latest IPEDS completions in our extract, the largest programs by awards were General Studies, Computer Programming/Programmer, General, Computer Systems Networking and Telecommunications. Enrollment is approximately 30,189 students. Student body composition includes Hispanic or Latino (43.6%), White (34.3%), Black or African American (9.7%). The 150%-time completion rate is 20.20%. Approximately 24.36% of students receive Pell Grants. About 45.2% of students are first-generation college students.
Institution Type
Public
Carnegie Classification: Master's Colleges and Universities: Larger Programs
Location
Austin, TX 78752-7000
Region: Southwest
Insights and Analysis
Graduation Rate Considerations: The 20.20% graduation rate at Austin Community College District falls below the national average. Prospective students should carefully consider factors such as academic preparation, support services, and career outcomes when evaluating this institution.
Diverse Program Offerings: With over 128 distinct degree programs, Austin Community College District provides students with a wide range of academic options. This diversity allows students to explore various fields and find programs that align with their interests and career goals.
Frequently Asked Questions
Where is Austin Community College District located?
Austin Community College District is located in Austin, TX.
How much does Austin Community College District cost?
Reported tuition is $2,550 and average net price is $6,390 in the latest College Scorecard data. On-campus room and board is estimated at $18,240 annually.
What is the student body demographics at Austin Community College District?
Austin Community College District reports undergraduate enrollment of about 63,513 students, Hispanic or Latino (43.6%), White (34.3%) in federal College Scorecard data.
How many first-generation students attend Austin Community College District?
About 45.2% of students at Austin Community College District are first-generation college students.
What do graduates of Austin Community College District earn?
Median earnings are $38,647 six years after entry and $43,177 ten years after entry.
What is the graduation rate at Austin Community College District?
The 150%-time completion rate is 20.2% for the cohort reported to the College Scorecard.
How much debt do Austin Community College District students have?
Median federal loan debt among completers is $10,499.
Is Austin Community College District public or private?
Austin Community College District is a public institution located in Austin, TX.
Is Austin Community College District an HBCU?
No. Austin Community College District is not flagged as an HBCU in the IPEDS institutional directory.
Is Austin Community College District a tribal college?
No. Austin Community College District is not flagged as a tribal college in IPEDS.
Is Austin Community College District a Hispanic-serving institution (HSI)?
By the common federal eligibility proxy used here (≥25% Hispanic enrollment in College Scorecard), yes—Austin Community College District reports 43.6% Hispanic enrollment share.
Is Austin Community College District religiously affiliated?
No religious affiliation is reported for Austin Community College District in IPEDS institutional characteristics.
Data Sources
This page uses data from the following sources:
- College Scorecard - U.S. Department of Education
- Institutional characteristics, costs, completion rates, and earnings data
- Data years: 2015-2024
- Source: collegescorecard.ed.gov
- Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS) Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics (OEWS)
- Employment and wage data by occupation
- Latest data: May 2024
- Source: bls.gov/oes
- O*NET Online - U.S. Department of Labor
- Occupational skills, knowledge, abilities, and work activities
- Database version: 28.0 (August 2023)
- Source: onetcenter.org
- IPEDS (Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System) - National Center for Education Statistics
- Institutional data, completions, enrollment, and financial aid
- Data years: 2015-2024
- Source: nces.ed.gov/ipeds
- Census Bureau American Community Survey (ACS)
- Demographic and workforce data
- Latest data: 2023 ACS 5-Year Estimates
- Source: census.gov/acs
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- Texas colleges by ROI
- Texas trade schools profile
- Austin, Texas city profile
- Southwest regional profile
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- National benchmarks
- School directory
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Data Processing: All data has been processed, cleaned, and aggregated for presentation. Where specific data points are unavailable, estimates are based on available data and clearly marked.
Last Updated: Data reflects the most recent available information as of January 2025.
Methodology
Data for this profile is sourced from the U.S. Department of Education's College Scorecard dataset, which provides comprehensive information on institutions of higher education in the United States.
All financial figures are adjusted for inflation and represent the most recent available data. Graduation rates and completion times are calculated according to federal standards.