Transfer Opportunities. Generous Scholarships. One Clear Path.
You've built a strong foundation at ACC. Now take the next step at St. Edward's with generous scholarships, personalized support and a seamless path to completing your bachelor's degree.
ACComplish @ St. Edward’s is a transfer partnership between Austin Community College District and St. Edward’s University designed to help ACC students complete their bachelor’s degree with more support, less uncertainty and significant scholarship opportunities.
Through dedicated advising, generous transfer scholarships, clear 2+2 degree pathways and the option to live on campus at St. Edward’s, you can start strong at ACC and continue your education on the hilltop with confidence.
Why choose ACComplish @ St. Edward’s?
Make Your Degree More Affordable
ACC students who transfer directly to St. Edward’s may receive the $5,000 annual ACComplish @ St. Edward’s Scholarship, in addition to other scholarship opportunities. Eligible students may also qualify for Transfer Merit Scholarships ranging from $12,000 to $18,000 per year, a $2,500 Phi Theta Kappa Honor Society award and an additional $5,000 annual Affinity Scholarship for graduates of Catholic, KIPP or IDEA high schools.
Follow a Clear Transfer Pathway
ACComplish @ St. Edward’s is built around 2+2 transfer pathways that help you complete coursework at ACC and stay on track toward your bachelor’s degree at St. Edward’s. Popular pathways include Biology, Business Administration, Accounting, Finance, Marketing, Communication, Criminal Justice, Kinesiology, Psychology, Nursing and more.
Get Support from Both Schools
You’ll have access to integrated advising from ACC advisors and St. Edward’s Success Coaches who can help you understand degree requirements, plan your transfer timeline, explore scholarships and prepare for your next step.
Experience Life on the Hilltop
Eligible ACC students may apply to live on campus at St. Edward’s in Casa, a co-ed residential community available year-round through the ACComplish program. Living on campus gives you easier access to classes, dining, student life, peers and the Hilltop community as you prepare to transfer.
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Understanding the Transfer Process
Step-by-Step
Start at ACC. Enroll at Austin Community College and work with your advisor to choose a transfer pathway aligned with your intended major.
Plan your transfer. Connect with a St. Edward’s Success Coach to review your credits, scholarships, housing options and next steps.
Apply to St. Edward’s. When you’re ready to transfer, complete the St. Edward’s transfer application and submit your official ACC transcripts.
Receive your admission and aid review. Eligible students are automatically considered for the ACComplish @ St. Edward’s Scholarship and other available merit-based aid.
Join the Hilltop community. Complete your bachelor’s degree at St. Edward’s with personalized support, experiential learning opportunities and a vibrant campus community in Austin.
Texas Core Complete
St. Edward’s accepts Texas Core Complete Status. That means ACC students who complete the 42-credit-hour general education core curriculum at a Texas public college will have those credits applied to their St. Edward’s degree plan.
This transfer-friendly approach helps reduce uncertainty, protect your progress and keep you moving toward graduation.
Your Campus Community
Through ACComplish @ St. Edward’s, eligible ACC students may apply to live on campus in Casa, a welcoming co-ed residential community at St. Edward’s. With access to dining, study spaces, campus events, student support and year-round housing, you can begin building your Hilltop community before you officially transfer.
Helping You Succeed
Learn more about what it's like to be a transfer student. The ACComplish @ St. Edward's program is a unique opportunity to take advantage of financial, academic and campus community support. Students who become Hilltoppers through this program find a supportive university and network that helps them succeed in coursework, in student life and in career preparation and networking after graduation.