More than a million dollars is now available to help students pay for college. Austin Community College District (ACC) scholarship season is in full swing, with more than 800 scholarship opportunities available.
All ACC students are eligible to apply. Students only submit one application to be connected to ACC scholarships. The college’s in-house experts review applications to match students with a scholarship that meets their unique needs. Students may schedule an appointment with an ACC specialist for 1-on-1 application assistance.
What you need to know:
- The priority deadline to apply for ACC scholarships is Wednesday, May 1.
- 1 in 4 applicants receives money for college.
- You can apply and be accepted for scholarships before completing your FAFSA.
- When completing your application, include work, volunteer, school history, and life experiences.
- Your personal statement is a 250-500 word essay.
- You will be notified at your ACC email mid-summer if you’re selected.
In addition to general scholarships, students may find options specific to their major, an activity, or a personal circumstance. Some examples include:
Academic Program Scholarships
- Accounting
- Art
- ASL Interpreter Training
- Automotive Technology
- Code Welding
- Building Construction Technology
- Education
- Electronic and Applied Technologies
- Health Sciences
- Hospitality Management
- International Business or Logistics & Supply Chain Management
- Nursing
- Photography
- STEM
- Visual Communications
- AAS (Associate of Applied Science) majors
Activity and Circumstance Scholarships
- Phi Theta Kappa
- Single parents
- Veterans
- Students who have received their GED through the ACC Adult Education Program
For more information, visit austincc.edu/scholarships.