{"id":4,"date":"2022-09-22T18:27:35","date_gmt":"2022-09-22T18:27:35","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/students.austincc.edu\/accelerator\/?page_id=4"},"modified":"2026-03-23T16:37:28","modified_gmt":"2026-03-23T16:37:28","slug":"accelerator","status":"publish","type":"page","link":"https:\/\/students.austincc.edu\/accelerator\/","title":{"rendered":"Welcome to the ACCelerator \u2013 You Belong Here!"},"content":{"rendered":"<p>Step into the ACCelerators at Austin Community College, where innovation meets support, to propel you toward your academic success.&nbsp;Our dynamic, student-centered environments are designed to supercharge your college experience. From the moment you walk through the doors,&nbsp;you&#8217;re stepping into a world of support and innovation that will empower you at every stage of your college journey. No matter what you are studying or your student status\u2014full-time, part-time, online, or in-person\u2014the ACCelerator resources are for you!<\/p>\n<p><strong>ACCess your ACCelerator resources:<\/strong><\/p>\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong><a href=\"https:\/\/students.austincc.edu\/accelerator\/meet-the-team\/\">Exceptional Customer Service<\/a>:<\/strong>&nbsp;Our team will ensure you have everything you need to thrive.<\/li>\n<li><strong><a href=\"https:\/\/students.austincc.edu\/accelerator\/software-equipment-available\/\" data-type=\"link\" data-id=\"https:\/\/students.austincc.edu\/accelerator\/software-equipment-available\/\">Open Tech Access<\/a>:<\/strong>&nbsp;Plenty of computers, printers, scanners, software, and more are available for your      use.<\/li>\n<li><strong><a href=\"https:\/\/students.austincc.edu\/accelerator\/study-room-requests\/\" data-type=\"link\" data-id=\"https:\/\/students.austincc.edu\/accelerator\/study-room-requests\/\">Study Rooms<\/a>:<\/strong>&nbsp;Quiet, comfortable spaces with monitors for laptop connections to help you focus and    collaborate.<\/li>\n<li><strong><a href=\"https:\/\/students.austincc.edu\/tutoring\/\">Tutoring<\/a>:<\/strong>&nbsp;Get personalized help from expert Tutors to ace your classes.<\/li>\n<li><strong><a href=\"https:\/\/students.austincc.edu\/academic-coaching\/\" data-type=\"link\" data-id=\"https:\/\/students.austincc.edu\/academic-coaching\/\">Academic Coaching<\/a>:<\/strong>&nbsp;Develop strategies for success with Academic Coaches.<\/li>\n<li><strong><a href=\"https:\/\/www6.austincc.edu\/schedule\/\" data-type=\"link\" data-id=\"https:\/\/www6.austincc.edu\/schedule\/\">Interactive Classes<\/a>:<\/strong>&nbsp;Learn from passionate, highly engaged faculty members.<\/li>\n<li><strong><a href=\"https:\/\/students.austincc.edu\/accelerator\/student-support-specialists\/\" data-type=\"link\" data-id=\"https:\/\/students.austincc.edu\/accelerator\/student-support-specialists\/\">Student Support Specialists<\/a>:<\/strong>&nbsp;Dedicated specialists can help you navigate college resources and assist with any challenges you face.<\/li>\n<li><strong><a href=\"https:\/\/students.austincc.edu\/accelerator\/software-equipment-available\/\" data-type=\"link\" data-id=\"https:\/\/students.austincc.edu\/accelerator\/software-equipment-available\/\">Equipment Checkout<\/a>:<\/strong>&nbsp;Borrow the latest gear to aid your studies, from laptops to calculators.<\/li>\n<li><strong><a href=\"https:\/\/students.austincc.edu\/accelerator\/meet-the-team\/\" data-type=\"link\" data-id=\"https:\/\/students.austincc.edu\/accelerator\/meet-the-team\/\">Tech Support<\/a>:<\/strong>&nbsp;Stuck on a tech problem? Our support team has got your back.<\/li>\n<li><strong><a href=\"https:\/\/students.austincc.edu\/accelerator\/student-support-specialists\/\" data-type=\"link\" data-id=\"https:\/\/students.austincc.edu\/accelerator\/student-support-specialists\/\">Admissions, Registration, and Scholarship Assistance<\/a>:<\/strong>&nbsp;Get help with essential steps of your college journey, from applying to securing scholarships.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><strong>Your success can start at the ACCelerators\u2014where resources, support, and innovation unite to help you achieve your goals. Step in and discover your sense of belonging!<\/strong><\/p>\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter size-full is-resized\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.austincc.edu\/business-community\/prosper-tax-help-at-acc-highland\/\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"776\" height=\"718\" src=\"https:\/\/students.austincc.edu\/accelerator\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/11\/2025\/02\/Prosper.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-315\" style=\"width:384px;height:auto\" srcset=\"https:\/\/students.austincc.edu\/accelerator\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/11\/2025\/02\/Prosper.jpg 776w, https:\/\/students.austincc.edu\/accelerator\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/11\/2025\/02\/Prosper-300x278.jpg 300w, https:\/\/students.austincc.edu\/accelerator\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/11\/2025\/02\/Prosper-768x711.jpg 768w, https:\/\/students.austincc.edu\/accelerator\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/11\/2025\/02\/Prosper-150x139.jpg 150w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 776px) 100vw, 776px\" \/><\/a><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n<div style=\"height:26px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter size-full is-resized\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.austincc.edu\/business-community\/prosper-tax-help-at-acc-highland\/\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"530\" height=\"392\" src=\"https:\/\/students.austincc.edu\/accelerator\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/11\/2025\/02\/Appt-Scan.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-317\" style=\"width:472px;height:auto\" srcset=\"https:\/\/students.austincc.edu\/accelerator\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/11\/2025\/02\/Appt-Scan.jpg 530w, https:\/\/students.austincc.edu\/accelerator\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/11\/2025\/02\/Appt-Scan-300x222.jpg 300w, https:\/\/students.austincc.edu\/accelerator\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/11\/2025\/02\/Appt-Scan-150x111.jpg 150w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 530px) 100vw, 530px\" \/><\/a><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n<figure class=\"wp-block-embed is-type-video is-provider-youtube wp-block-embed-youtube wp-embed-aspect-16-9 wp-has-aspect-ratio\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-embed__wrapper\">\n<div class=\"embed-responsive  embed-responsive-16by9\">\n<div class=\"iframe-container\">\n<div class=\"iframe-container\"><iframe loading=\"lazy\" class=\"embed-responsive-item\"   class=\"embed-responsive-item\"   title=\"ACCelerator You Belong Here!\" width=\"500\" height=\"281\" src=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/embed\/60lrbkCiZ2s?feature=oembed\" frameborder=\"0\" allow=\"accelerometer; 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autoplay; clipboard-write; encrypted-media; gyroscope; picture-in-picture; web-share\" referrerpolicy=\"strict-origin-when-cross-origin\" allowfullscreen><\/iframe><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/figure>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\">\n<figure class=\"wp-block-embed is-type-video is-provider-youtube wp-block-embed-youtube wp-embed-aspect-16-9 wp-has-aspect-ratio\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-embed__wrapper\">\n<div class=\"embed-responsive  embed-responsive-16by9\">\n<div class=\"iframe-container\">\n<div class=\"iframe-container\"><iframe loading=\"lazy\" class=\"embed-responsive-item\"   class=\"embed-responsive-item\"   title=\"ACCelerator - Student Spotlight: Raghad\" width=\"500\" height=\"281\" src=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/embed\/MhtdwyBv2FI?feature=oembed\" frameborder=\"0\" allow=\"accelerometer; autoplay; clipboard-write; encrypted-media; gyroscope; picture-in-picture; web-share\" referrerpolicy=\"strict-origin-when-cross-origin\" allowfullscreen><\/iframe><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/figure>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">ACCelerator Hours and Locations<\/h2>\n<p>ACC ACCelerators are open throughout the week across four Austin Community College campuses. Find an ACCelerator near you!<\/p>\n<\/p>\n<div class=\"wp-block-columns is-layout-flex wp-container-core-columns-is-layout-9d6595d7 wp-block-columns-is-layout-flex\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-group\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-group__inner-container is-layout-constrained wp-block-group-is-layout-constrained\">\n<p class=\"has-black-color has-text-color has-medium-font-size\"><strong>Highland Campus ACCelerator<\/strong><\/p>\n<div class=\"wp-block-group is-vertical is-layout-flex wp-container-core-group-is-layout-8cf370e7 wp-block-group-is-layout-flex\">\n<p>Monday &#8211; Thursday:  7:30 am &#8211; 10:00 pm<\/p>\n<p>Friday:  7:30 am &#8211; 5:00 pm<\/p>\n<p>Saturday:  9:00 am &#8211; 6:00 pm<\/p>\n<p>Sunday:  12:00 pm &#8211; 6:00 pm<\/p>\n<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-group\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-group__inner-container is-layout-constrained wp-block-group-is-layout-constrained\">\n<p class=\"has-medium-font-size\"><strong>Rio Grande ACCelerator<\/strong><\/p>\n<p>Monday &#8211; Thursday: 7:30 am &#8211; 6:00 pm<\/p>\n<p>Friday: 7:30 am &#8211; 5:00 pm<\/p>\n<p>Saturday &amp; Sunday: Closed<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"wp-block-columns is-layout-flex wp-container-core-columns-is-layout-9d6595d7 wp-block-columns-is-layout-flex\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-group\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-group__inner-container is-layout-constrained wp-block-group-is-layout-constrained\">\n<p><strong>Round Rock ACCelerator<\/strong><\/p>\n<p>Monday &#8211; Thursday:  7:30 am &#8211; 10:00 pm<\/p>\n<p>Friday:  7:30 am &#8211; 5:00 pm<\/p>\n<p>Saturday:  10:00 am &#8211; 6:00 pm<\/p>\n<p>Sunday: Closed<\/p>\n<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-group\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-group__inner-container is-layout-constrained wp-block-group-is-layout-constrained\">\n<p><strong>San Gabriel ACCelerator<\/strong><\/p>\n<p>Monday &#8211; Thursday: 7:30 am &#8211; 6:00 pm<\/p>\n<p>Friday: 7:30 am &#8211; 5:00 pm<\/p>\n<p>Saturday &amp; Sunday: Closed<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/www.austincc.edu\/hours-of-operation?field_contact_campus_value=All&amp;field_contact_office_or_dept_value=ACCelerator\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">View location information and hours of operation<\/a><\/p>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/www.austincc.edu\/campuses\" data-type=\"URL\" data-id=\"https:\/\/www.austincc.edu\/campuses\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Visit all ACC Campuses<\/a><\/p>\n<\/p>\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>ACC Help Desk Nearby While You Study, Attend Class &amp; More<\/strong><\/h2>\n<p>Every ACCelerator has dedicated ACC Specialists on hand to help students in-person and remotely through Strategic Support programs.<\/p>\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Not a student yet? 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