Student Outcomes
- Graduation Rate (4-year)
- 16.1%
- Graduation Rate (6-year)
- 18.0%
- Median Earnings (10 years after entry)
- $43,177
- Median Debt at Graduation
- $10,499
- Student-to-Faculty Ratio
- 18:1
- Loan Repayment Rate
- 42.0%
- Estimated Monthly Loan Payment
- $111/mo
Earnings by Major
Top programs ranked by median earnings
| Program | Level | Median Earnings | Median Debt |
|---|---|---|---|
| Accounting and Related Services. | Certificate | $66,915 | |
| Dental Support Services and Allied Professions. | Associate | $65,905 | |
| Registered Nursing, Nursing Administration, Nursing Research and Clinical Nursing. | Associate | $58,830 | $14,162 |
| Allied Health Diagnostic, Intervention, and Treatment Professions. | Certificate | $58,673 | $9,625 |
| Computer Programming. | Certificate | $58,221 | |
| Allied Health and Medical Assisting Services. | Associate | $49,491 | $13,000 |
| Allied Health Diagnostic, Intervention, and Treatment Professions. | Associate | $49,064 | $11,000 |
| Criminal Justice and Corrections. | Certificate | $46,560 | |
| Engineering, General. | Associate | $46,087 | $7,113 |
| Carpenters. | Associate | $45,529 | $13,750 |
| Computer Programming. | Associate | $45,500 | $17,500 |
| Drafting/Design Engineering Technologies/Technicians. | Associate | $45,383 | |
| Practical Nursing, Vocational Nursing and Nursing Assistants. | Certificate | $44,077 | $8,462 |
| Clinical/Medical Laboratory Science/Research and Allied Professions. | Associate | $43,798 | |
| Precision Metal Working. | Associate | $43,798 |
Outcomes Overview
Austin Community College graduates enter the workforce with a median debt of $10,499, creating a manageable debt-to-earnings ratio of just 24% against their $43,177 median salary. Monthly loan payments of $111 represent only 3% of typical graduate income, well below the recommended 10% threshold. The employment rate hits 91.3%, reflecting Austin's robust job market in tech, healthcare, and service industries where community college credentials open doors. Many graduates use ACC as a stepping stone to four-year universities or enter high-demand fields like nursing, automotive technology, and computer support. With low debt loads and strong employment outcomes in an economically active city, ACC delivers a strong return on investment for career-focused students.