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Accreditation

Austin Community College (ACC) is accredited by the Southern Association of Colleges and Schools Commission on Colleges (SACSCOC) to award associate and baccalaureate degrees. Questions about the accreditation of Austin Community College may be directed in writing to the Southern Association of Colleges and Schools Commission on Colleges at 1866 Southern Lane, Decatur, GA 30033-4097, by calling (404) 679-4500, or by using information available on SACSCOC’s website.

The purpose of publishing the name, address, website, and contact numbers of the Austin Community College institutional accreditor, the Southern Association of Colleges and Schools Commission on Colleges, is to meet federal requirements. Publication of this information is to enable interested constituents:

    • To inquire about the accreditation status of Austin Community College;
    • To ask questions about the accreditation process; or
    • To pursue procedures for filing a complaint against Austin Community College regarding accreditation-related issues.

Normal inquiries about Austin Community College, such as admission requirements, financial aid, educational programs, educational policies and practices, etc., should be addressed directly to the appropriate ACC office and not to the Southern Association of Colleges and Schools Commission on Colleges’ office.

The College is recognized and sanctioned by the Texas Higher Education Coordinating Board (THECB).  Degrees and certificate programs are approved by the THECB.

More InfoSACSCOC Website

 

State Regulatory Agency

The Texas Higher Education Coordinating Board (THECB) is a statutory board appointed by the Governor. State funding appropriated by the Legislature for academic programs is administered by THECB. It reviews and approves degree programs, and is responsible for statewide planning and policy-making to assure quality and efficiency in Texas higher education.

More InfoTexas Higher Education Coordinating Board (THECB)