Education

Austin ISD
www.austinisd.org

AISD is proud of its wide array of programs and services. A Universe of Opportunity for Every Child is more than a slogan. It's what we promise! We understand that parents want choice, and that's why we offer a variety of instructional programs devoted to your child's unique needs, talents, and interests. Committed to preparing students for the challenges and opportunities of the 21st Century, we invite you to discover the offerings at your neighborhood school, and at AISD's specialized magnet schools and focus academies.


University of Texas
www.utexas.edu

Austin is like a fine gem stone that has many facets. Each face reveling yet another beautiful side of the city.  In the not to distant past the main employers of Austin were the state government and since 1883 the University of Texas. The times have changed but UT continues to be a central figure in the city. “A  University of the First Class”, UT in one of the largest public universities in the US and most of its colleges and programs rank in the top 10 of all schools nationwide. UT, commonly called “the 40 acres,” also draws tens of thousands of people each year as spectators of its numerous top tier athletic events. With 47 National Championships and more Big 12 Championships than anyone else in the conference, Texas has a long and distinguished athletic history.  Overall UT is a where thousands have made lifelong memories and was rated “One of America’s Best Value Colleges and one of the best overall bargains by The Princeton Review in 2007”.  All of this may be the reason that on campus we are found of saying proudly...what starts here changes the world.


Austin Community College
www.austincc.edu

As one of only 50 community college districts in Texas, Austin Community College provides access to high-quality education at affordable tuition rates. ACC offers university transfer curriculum, technical certificate programs, two-year associate degrees, foundation skills and English as a Second Language courses, and a highly diverse Continuing Education program.


Concordia University Texas
www.concordia.edu

Concordia University Texas is a private, coeducational institution of liberal arts and sciences offering undergraduate and graduate degrees. Concordia also offers an Accelerated Degree Program for part-time students and adult returning students.


Huston-Tillotson University
www.htu.edu

Huston-Tillotson University is a historically black college affiliated with The United Methodist Church, the United Church of Christ, and the United Negro College Fund (UNCF).  The mission of the University is to provide its increasingly diverse student body with an exemplary education that is grounded in the liberal arts and sciences, balanced with professional development, and directed to public service and leadership.  The University prepares students with the integrity and civility to thrive in a diverse society, fosters spiritual development, preserves and promotes interest in the accomplishments and experiences of the University’s historic constituents and evolving population, and creates and sustains supportive relationships which advance the Huston-Tillotson University community.


St. Edward's University
www.stedwards.edu

St. Edward's University is a private, Catholic liberal arts institution of more than 5,300 located in one of the world's most vibrant cities, Austin, Texas. Founded in 1885 by the Rev. Edward Sorin, superior general of the Congregation of Holy Cross and the same priest who founded University of Notre Dame, the university offers a liberal arts education emphasizing critical thinking and ethical practice. Students enjoy the advantages of small classes and personal attention coupled with excellent internships and service-learning opportunities.


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