College and Career Pathways

Pathways to Success

College and Career Pathways

Welcome to ACC College & Career Pathways. You've landed in the right spot to begin your path to success. Our office is here to help you accelerate the completion of your certificate and/or degree. Explore our page and visit our office to start on your path to success. We look forward to assisting you.


Career Pathways Degrees and Certificates

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ACC Career Pathways provide specific course sequencing aimed at simplifying the course selection process for certificate and/or degree completion. Degrees and certificates are offered in eight Career Pathways to help you reach your destination. The following types of degrees and certificates are offered:

  • Associate of Arts
  • Associate of Applied Science
  • Associate of Science
  • Technical Certificate
  • Advanced Technical Certificate
  • Continuing Education Certificate

Dual Enrollment/Dual Degree

The ACC Dual Enrollment program provides an opportunity for eligible high school students, grades 9-12, to participate in college courses and receive both high school and college credit for the same course.

The Dual Degree agreement offers qualified students the opportunity to earn a high school diploma and an Associates of Arts degree in General Studies simultaneously.


University Transfer Pathways

Planning to transfer? Alvin Community College collaborates with many colleges and universities to offer students seamless transfer pathways.


Prior Learning Assessment

Do you have military experience? Or, are currently working in the industry and now  need a degree? Or, have you taken an AP or CLEP exam recently? Learn how to apply the knowledge and skills you've gained outside of the classroom for credit towards your certificate or degree through Prior Learning Assessment (PLA).