Please consult with an Area of Study advisor to explore Austin Community College’s (ACC) Areas of Study and programs, as well as transfer and career options, and to determine the award type that is best for your academic and career goals. If you need assistance choosing an Area of Study or program, contact ACC’s enrollment advisors at the College Destination Center.

A current listing of degrees and certificates offered at ACC are provided below by award type. To view degrees and certificates listed by Area of Study, refer to the Online Program Maps page.

Bachelor Degrees

The Bachelor of Applied Science and the Bachelor of Science in Nursing degrees prepare individuals with a prior Associate of Applied Science degree in a technical field to enhance their credentials and provide upward mobility in the workforce.

Bachelor of Applied Science (1)

The Bachelor of Applied Science degree (BAS) is available in the following major:

Computer Information Technology

Bachelor of Science in Nursing (1)

The following degree is specifically designed for Registered Nurses with a current license to obtain a Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN):

Professional Nursing

Associate Degrees

The Associate of Arts, Associate of Arts in Teaching, and Associate of Science degrees are specifically designed to facilitate the transfer and application of credits earned at Austin Community College to the bachelor degree requirements of most public colleges and universities.

Associate of Arts Degrees (40)

The Associate of Arts degree (AA) is available in the following majors:

Anthropology

Art

Communication Studies

Creative Writing

Dance

Drama

Economics

English

Foreign Language

General Studies

Geography

Government

History

Interdisciplinary Studies

Journalism

Music

Philosophy

Psychology

Radio-Television-Film

Social Work

Sociology

Associate of Arts in Teaching Degrees (3)

The Associate of Arts in Teaching (AAT) degree is available in the following majors:

Education Instruction

Associate of Science Degrees (23)

The Associate of Science (AS) degree differs from the Associate of Arts (AA) degree primarily in the amount or level of mathematics required for degree completion. The Associate of Science Degree is available in the following majors:

Agricultural Sciences

Anthropology

Architectural and Engineering Computer Aided Design

Biology

Business Administration

Chemistry

Computer Science

Engineering

Environmental Science and Technology

General Studies

Geography

Geology

Health and Kinesiology

Mathematics

Physics

Pre-Med

Associate of Applied Science Degrees (114)

The Associate of Applied Science (AAS) degree, offered in technical programs, is designed to prepare students for immediate employment upon graduation. The Associate of Applied Science degree is available in the following majors:

Accounting

Agricultural Sciences

American Sign Language-Interpreter Training

Architectural and Engineering Computer Aided Design

Automotive Collision Repair and Refinishing Technology

Automotive Technology and Outdoor Powered Equipment

Biotechnology

Building Construction Technology

Business Office Technology – formerly Office Administration and Technology

Business, Government, and Technical Communications

Child Care and Development

Computer Information Technology

Criminal Justice

Culinary Arts

Dental Hygiene

Diagnostic Medical Imaging – Radiology

Drama

Emergency Management

Emergency Medical Services Professions

Engineering Technology

Environmental Science and Technology

Exercise Science

Fashion Design

Fire Protection Technology

Game Development, Animation & Motion Graphics

Geographic Information Systems

Geospatial Engineering

Health Information Technology

Heating, Air Conditioning, and Refrigeration Technology

Hospitality, Meeting and Event Planning, Tourism

Human Services

International Business

Jewelry

Logistics and Supply Chain Management

Management

Marketing

Medical Laboratory Technology

Music Business, Performance and Technology

Occupational Therapy Assistant

Paralegal

Pharmacy Technician

Physical Therapist Assistant

Professional Nursing

Professional Photography

Radio-Television-Film

Real Estate

Sonography

Surgical Technology

Veterinary Technology

Visual Communication

Vocational Nursing

Welding Technology

Certificates

Short-term certificates within many of the technical programs, which can be completed in less than two years and are also preparation for immediate employment, are offered in the following majors:

Advanced Technical Certificates (15)

Pursued after completion of a related bachelor’s or associate degree, Advanced Technical Certificates (ATC) prepares students for a career field with more specialized training.

Accounting

Automotive Technology and Outdoor Powered Equipment

Biotechnology

Diagnostic Medical Imaging – Radiology

Environmental Science and Technology

Game Development, Animation & Motion Graphics

Human Services

Paralegal

Sonography

Level 1 and Level 2 Certificates (117)

Prepares students to enter a specialized career/technical field or upgrade skills for job advancement. Most certificate awards are structured to allow students to move on to a higher level certificate or an Associate of Applied Science (AAS) degree. Students do not need to meet TSI requirements to enroll in a Level 1 Certificate.

Accounting

American Sign Language-Interpreter Training

Architectural and Engineering Computer Aided Design

Automotive Collision Repair and Refinishing Technology

Automotive Technology and Outdoor Powered Equipment

Biotechnology

Building Construction Technology

Business Office Technology – formerly Office Administration and Technology

Business, Government, and Technical Communications

Child Care and Development

Computer Information Technology

Criminal Justice

Culinary Arts

Drama

Emergency Medical Services Professions

Engineering Technology

Environmental Science and Technology

Exercise Science

Fashion Design

Fire Protection Technology

Game Development, Animation & Motion Graphics

Geographic Information Systems

Geospatial Engineering

Heating, Air Conditioning, and Refrigeration Technology

Hospitality, Meeting and Event Planning, Tourism

International Business

Jewelry

Logistics and Supply Chain Management

Management

Marketing

Music Business, Performance and Technology

Pharmacy Technician

Professional Photography

Radio-Television-Film

Real Estate

Visual Communication

Vocational Nursing

Welding Technology

Enhanced Skills Certificates (7)

Pursued after completion of an AAS, Enhanced Skills Certificates (ESC) prepares students for a career field with more specialized training.

Automotive Collision Repair and Refinishing Technology

Jewelry

Medical Laboratory Technology

Professional Photography

Visual Communication

Occupational Skills Awards (14)

Occupational Skills Awards (OSA) provides workforce training that leads to job entry. Students do not need to meet TSI requirements to enroll in an OSA.

Accounting

Automotive Collision Repair and Refinishing Technology

Automotive Technology and Outdoor Powered Equipment

Child Care and Development

Computer Information Technology

Engineering Technology

Heating, Air Conditioning, and Refrigeration Technology

Management

Marketing

Visual Communication

Welding Technology

Institutional Certificates (3)

Institutional Certificates provide additional specialized training but does not apply toward a college credential.

Diagnostic Medical Imaging – Radiology

Emergency Medical Services Professions

Medical Laboratory Technology