AC Connect is a personal pathway to your student account, Google Apps and Gmail, your calendar, AC Blackboard Classes, and other important student information. It is located on the Menu Bar of the AC homepage www.actx.edu, or visit the direct page at acconnect.actx.edu.

Go to the acconnect.actx.edu portal sign-in page and click on the red “Help” button. You will be promted to enter your information,  and will allow you to reset your account. For further assistance, call AskAC at 806-371-5000 or visit one of our Customer Service Counters. 

The Self Service Tab in AC Connect gives you access to all your student account information, including:

• Financial Information – Make a payment, Account Summary, 1098T, Direct Deposit (Bank Info), Payment Plans setup and agreement.
• Financial Aid – FA awards, letters, and status.
• Communication-Missing/received information from FA, Registrar, etc…
• Registration- Search classes, register and drop classes, and info. on books for courses.
• Academic Profile – Grades, transcripts, test summary, educational plan, schedules, and profile.
• Academic Planning – Plan evaluation and much more...

1. ONLINE: Log into AC Connect, click on Self Service for Students > Unofficial Transcript. This is an Unofficial Transcript. For an Official Transcript, see below.

Past and Current Students

1. ONLINE: Visit the National Student Clearinghouse (NSC) to order your transcript. Students can order standard transcripts through NSC or through options #2 (Mail or Fax) or #3 (In Person), but all FedEx requests or transcript email requests must be submitted through NSC. The NSC does charge a small fee for transcript requests and FedEx requests are charged standard shipping fees in addition to the NSC fee. All FedEx requests are processed as our first priority every morning. As a result, FedEx requests must be received prior to 8 A.M. on the business day you'd like it sent out to ensure it is fully processed and goes out in that day's mail.   
2. MAIL OR FAX:  Complete/Submit the Transcript Request Form.
3. IN PERSON: Bring a photo ID to any AskAC Counter. 

Online courses are accessible through the AC Connect Portal, and link to Black Board. Classes are listed along the left side of the portal.

A course may be dropped by the student prior to the Census Date.  Once the Census Date has passed, instructor consent is required to drop a course.  The census date is when information such as student enrollment and the student status along with other information is reported to the state.

For full details click on the links below.
Administrative Drop
Student Drop (Prior to Census Date)
Withdraw from a Course (After Census Date)
Withdrawal Limitation Policy SB 1231

The Center for Teaching and Learning can help with  online course difficulties and issues with Blackboard.

 Contact CTL  806-371-5992 or 806-371-5932 or email ctlhelp@actx.edu

Hours:
Monday - Friday: 8:00 am – 5:00 pm
Location: Washington Street Campus, Ware Student Commons, Room 111
Monday – Thursday: 5:00 am - 9:00 pm
Location: Washington Street Campus, Ware Student Commons, Room 4th floor

If you have difficulties while completing a test or assignment online, contact your instructor as soon as possible to notify him or her. Instructor contact information can be found on the course syllabus. You can also contact the Center for Teaching and Learning (CTL) at 806-371-5992 or 806-371-5932 for possible troubleshooting assistance.

If you are experiencing issues accessing AC Connect, you may try using a different browser or checking accessibility on a different device.

If you are still unable to access AC Connect call AskAC at 806-371-5000.

You can make changes to your information by completing and submitting the Student Information Change Form (some changes may require supporting documents). Phone number, mailing address, and email can be changed through the Self Service tab found within the AC Connect portal.

Come see us in person at one of our AskAC Centers:

Washington Street Campus hours:
8:00 am – 6:00 pm Monday - Thursday
9:00 am - 1:00 pm on Friday
9:00 am - 1:00 pm on Saturday

West Campus hours:
8:00am - 5:00pm   Monday – Friday

Contact the Call Center at 806-371-5000
9:00 am – 6:00 pm Monday - Thursday
9:00 am - 1:00 pm on Friday
9:00 am - 1:00 pm on Saturday

Reach us by fax:  806-371-5066 or by email at:  askac@actx.edu

*Special Holiday and Break hours will be posted on the website for each campus

All ID’s and badges can be printed at one of our AskAC Centers the Washington Street Campus, West Campus, Moore County Campus, and Hereford Campus counters.

Requirements:
Bring another form of photo ID
Must be registered for classes
Clinical badges must be approved by the department (acceptance to the program)

• Student ID’s – no charge
• A student ID will be required at the bookstore to process financial aid book charges
• A student ID is required at the Carter Fitness Center for student memberships
• Carter Fitness Center Community ID - no charge
• Required for community memberships 
• Employee ID's - no charge
• Clinical badges - $2.00***
• Authorization from appropriate department required

Payment Plan due dates are addressed during the Payment Plan set up phase. Exact dates are specific to the term in which the student enrolls, and typically fall on the last day of the month.

To view the detials of your payment plan, log in to your AC Connect. Go to AC Connect, current student, financial information, view account and make payment.

Drop dates and withdrawal dates, as well as refunds, will vary by course. To view the exact dates for your course:
Login to your account on AC Connect
Go to "Current Student" on the Self Service Menu
Go to "Academic Profile"
Go to "My Important Course Section Dates"
Choose the appropriate "Term" from the drop down box and click "Submit"
View your course(s) census date and all other important course dates

Take a moment to review Amarillo College's  Drop/Withdrawal Policy and Refund Policy.

Refund amounts and dates will vary by course. To view the exact percentages and dates for your courses:
Login to your account on AC Connect
Go to "Current Student" on the Self Service Menu
Go to "Academic Profile"
Go to "My Important Course Section Dates"
Choose the appropriate "Term" from the drop down box and click "Submit"
View your course(s) census date and all other important course dates

Take a momen to review Amarillo College's Refund Policy.

Visit  our Tuition and Fees page for details on the cost of courses at Amarillo College.

There are various ways in which a student may establish Texas residency, for fulldetails visit  our Eligibility for Texas Residency page.

Independent:
Must not be claimed as a dependent by a parent or legal guardian on federal income taxes
Must have lived in Texas for the 12 consecutive months prior to the term of enrollment
Must have established domicile
Must be a US Citizen, Permanent Resident, or hold a US visa that allows you to establish domicile (documentation may be require)

Dependent (your parent or legal guardian must):
Claim you as a dependent  on federal income taxes
Must have lived in Texas for the 12 consecutive months prior to the term of enrollment
Must have established domicile
Must be a US Citizen, Permanent Resident, or hold a US visa that allows you to establish domicile (documentation may be require)

36 Month Eligibility: (must be able to answer yes to questions 1-3)

1. Students who graduated from an accredited Texas high school or completed a Texas GED
2.  Lived in Texas for 36 months leading up to graduation or completion of a TX GED
3. Will have lived in Texas the 12 months prior to the beginning of the term of enrollment
4. Are a US Citizen or Permanent Resident (documentation is required) or completes the Affidavit.

As long as you are claimed by your parents, your residency will be based on their residence. Once, you are independent, you can begin to establish domicile in Texas. For more information visit our Eligibility for Texas Residency page.

International student visas are for US for educational purposes and will not be able to establish domicile without a visa reclassification.

Under House Bill 1403, students who meet all of the following requirements can qualify for Texas residency. For full details visit our Eligibility for Texas Residency page.

1. Students who graduated from an accredited Texas high school or completed a Texas GED
2.  Lived in Texas for 36 months leading up to graduation or completion of a TX GED
3. Will have lived in Texas the 12 months prior to the beginning of the term of enrollment
4. Completes the Affidavit.

Active duty military (including active reserves and National Guard) may have their out of State tuition waived by:

• Submitting a letter from their commanding officer on military letter head
• The letter must include your name and social security number on the letter
• The statement must specify that you are active duty with a Texas Unit

You will remain classified as non-resident but will have an exemption that waives his tuition. This exemption must be renewed each semester. 

Marriage to a Texas resident may help you establish Texas residence, but other requirements must be met. The spouse on which the residence is based must meet the Texas residency requirements.

For information on meeting the requirements visit our Eligibility for Texas Residence page.

There is an AC Appeals process and is determined by the VP of Enrollment Management and/or the Director of Customer Service. Contact us at 806-371-5000 for further assistance.

Reclassification will processed and granted as of the first semester in which the you became eligible for the in-state status.

You must have resided in Texas for 12 consecutive months and must establish domicile.

For more information, visit our Eligibility for Texas Residency page or call 806-371-5000.

There a various ways to prove Texas residency, but they mainly consist of documents that can establish the following:

• Purchase of a home.
• Documentation of significant employment.
• Business title or professional ties in the state that imply a fixed intent to stay inTexas.
• Member of a household who moved to the state to accept employment or transferred to the state by an employer.

 For more information visit our Eligibility for Texas Residency page.

 The New Mexico Reciprocity is an agreement between AC and Eastern New Mexico University that gives residents of New Mexico who live in counties bordering Texas to attend AC at in-state rates. A waiver is issued upon verification of eligibility and must be renewed by the student each semester.
For full details visit our page, New Mexico Reciprocity.

Eligible Counties:
Union, Quay, Curry, Roosevelt, Lea, Eddy, Otero and Dona Ana.

The AC taxing district consist of Amarillo City Limits, all of Moore County,  and Hereford ISD

Submit a copy of your DD 214 for in-state classification. For In-District status, you will also need to provide a statement that you have lived inside city limits for 6 months.

If no DD214 can be provided contact our office at 806-371-5000 or Veterans Affairs at 806-371-5026 for further assistance.

The offering of online courses may vary slightly semester by semester, however, most general education courses are offered online with the exception of some science courses.

Visit www.actx.edu/de to view  the programs offered online through Amarillo College.

To search for online classes go to Academic Course Search. Limit the search to online classes by selecting "Distance Education" in the Location field.

Need more information? Contact us at 806-371-5000.

The Adult Students Program provides services and assistance to eligible adult students.

Types of assistance include:

Child Care
Transportation
Textbooks
Tuition Scholarship
Food pantery

For more information and details about applying, visit https://www.actx.edu/asp/

Adult Student Program Contact Information

www.actx.edu/asp 

Email: asp@actx.edu

Phone: (806) 371-5450

Office: Washington Campus: Ware Student Commons 108 (inside  Advocacy and Resource Center).

Steps to apply for the Adult Student Program:

Complete the Adult Student Program application online .  You may also call (806) 371-5446 for further assistance.

For full details on how to apply for the Adult Student Program, visit www.actx.edu/asp 

Yes!  Amarillo College has coordinated with a list of companies to offer students and faculty/staff discounts on software, computer purchases, and cell phone service. 

View the list of available discounts at www.actx.edu/its.

Your Amarillo College student email is available by through AC Connect. If you have the g-mail app, you can also access your e-mail through the app.  If you have forgotten your password, click on the red HELP button.

Students and Guests attach to the SSID AC-Student/Guests. The password is AmarilloCollege.   

Faculty and staff will attach to the SSID (AC-Faculty/Staff) We do not post the password for this access.

Advising Department
Student Service Center, Suite 130
Washington Street Campus
Phone (806) 371-5440

Advising Center Business Hours

Monday: 8:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m.
Tuesday-Friday: 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m.

For more information including individual advisor hours and location, visit www.actx.edu/advising.

Your application and enrollment stay active for one year. If you have taken Dual Credit classes or if you have applied for a recent semester, give us a call at 806-371-5000 before applying. We are happy to assist in verifying your status.

Location and hours of AC Bookstore

 REGULAR HOURS:
 Monday – Thursday: 8:00 a.m. – 5:30 p.m.
 Friday: 8:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m

Click to view the  Bookstore Extended Hours

 College Union Building
24th and Jackson
 Amarillo, TX 79109
 806.371.5304 • 806.371.5302 (fax)
 bookstore@actx.edu

Buy back dates vary by semester, and typically fall on the week of finals. Visit www.actx.edu/bookstore for current dates.

Books are usually made available for purhcase for the upcoming semester after the current semester ends.  

For more information visit www.actx.edu/bookstore.

Amarillo College's Career & Employment Services office offers career testing. 

Under the Future Student subsection, there is a link for "What career is right for me"  which leads to a career assesment site.

For information about our Career & Employment Service and career testing, visit www.actx.edu/career

Disability Services

Ware Building, 3rd Floor

Washington Street Campus
Phone: 345-5639
Fax:  (806) 371- 5997

Amarillo Colleges’ Dual Credit program offers qualified high school students an opportunity to earn college credit while completing high school requirements.

For full details about the Dual Credit program and enrolling for Dual Credit, visit www.actx.edu/dualcredit.

Dual Credit Courses are offered in a variety of subject areas including math, science, English, economics, history, government and a wide variety of technical courses. 

For a list of the Dual Credit Courses offered by term, visit www.actx.edu/dualcredit.

Dual Credit eligibility is decided by the high school. Eligible students will need to complete the enrollment steps found on our Dual Credit page.

For full details about Amarillo College's Dual Credit program and course offerings, visit www.actx.edu/dualcredit.

Financial Aid Washington Street Campus:

Monday-Friday 8:00 am-5:00 pm

2201 S Washington, Amarillo TX 
Second floor of the Student Services Center

Phone: 371-5000 Fax: (806) 371-5371

financial@actx.edu

 Limited Financial Aid services are available at Dumas/Hereford campuses.

Because dates will vary by semeter, Financial Aid will post information about disbursements on the Financial Aid Refund webpage each semester. Students are encouraged to set up Direct Deposit as this makes the refund process faster for students.

To set up direct deposit, go to the Self Service Menu in AC Connect and under the Current Student tab select Financial Aid, click on the tab labeled, Direct Deposit and enter the information.

The Amarillo College school code is 003540.

For information about how tp apply for Financial Aid, visit our How to Apply for Financial Aid page.

There are not specific deadlines for the FAFSA Applications, but there are priority dates  to serve as a guideline to help you complete financial aid in time for each semester.

 Fall Semester - March 31

 Spring Semester - October 29

 Summer Semester - April 1

For more information about how to apply for Financial Aid, visit our How to Apply for Financial Aid page.

Apply online at www.fafsa.ed.gov. This process can take 4-6 weeks, so be sure to start early. Don't forget to complete your application to AC as well.

For full details on applying for financial aid, visit our How to Apply for Financial Aid  page and go to www.actx.edu/enroll to apply to AC.

Awards at Amarillo College are made on the basis of financial need, academic progress, achievement, or other qualifications required by the donors of the funds and Department of Education requirements state that students may only receive Title IV funds (grants/loans) for degree required classes.

Please check your AC connect email and portal for all updates and notices concerning your financial aid.

For more information visit our Financial Aid page.

 Students on Financial Aid Suspension for not meeting pace and/or GPA standards may regain eligibility by submitting a Review Request to the Financial Aid Office when they have met the requirements and are eligible for reinstatement.

For more details about Financial Aid Suspension, visist out Financial Aid SAP page.

If you receive Financial Aid, you should always check with the Financial Aid Office before dropping a class. Dropping a class could cause a reduction in eligible funds and future eligibility.

For more information go to our Financial Aid Dropping/Return to Title IV page.

Entrance/Exit Counseling is a requirement of the loan process. Entrance counseling is about the student loan and the responsiblities that go with it.  Exit counseling is about the loan and the repayment process.

For more details about Entrance/Exit counseling, visit our Student Loan Information page.

Students are regularly selected for verification (providing proof) for various reason, by the Department of Education. If selected,  your file will need the required documents in order to complete your FAFSA.

For more information about how to apply for Financial Aid, visit our How to Apply for Financial Aid page.

There are several ways eligible students can get help with the cost of tuition. AC offers and participates in various programs such as:  Financial Aid, Scholarships, Sponsorships, Loans, Exemptions, Waivers. To get information about the programs and the qualifications, visit our Financial Aid page.

Other helpful links:

• How to Apply for Financial Aid
• Scholarships
• Student Loans

A copy of your tax returns or tax transcripts can be obtained by contacting the IRS  at 800-829-1040 or visit their site at www.irs.gov

Once the FAFSA application has been completed and processed, you can submit a student loan request through AC Connect.

Go to Current Student, Financial Aid, Financial Aid Checklist, and click the Financial Aid tab. You will see an option to 'Request a new loan'. Direct Loans will not be considered until all other aid has been determined.  Loans are awarded for the academic year.

For more information visit our How to Apply for Financial Aid and our Student Loan Information pages.

If the financial aid is completed and awarded by the time tuition is due and no payment is made, then the classes will be dropped.

 Awards at Amarillo College are made on the basis of financial need, academic progress, achievement, or other qualifications required by the donors of the funds and Department of Education requirements state that students may only receive Title IV funds (grants/loans) for degree required classes.

Please check your AC connect email and portal for all updates and notices concerning your financial aid.

For more information visit our Financial Aid page.

If you are under the age of 24, and the FAFSA is inquiring about parent tax information, you are deemed dependent and must provide parent income even if they live in another country. The income must be reported in US currency.

For more information about how to apply for Financial Aid, visit our How to Apply for Financial Aid page.

All student's who are applying for Financial Aid must meet Amarillo College's Satisfactory Academic Progress (SAP) policy. Your full academic record will be evaluated, including the following items. 

• 2.0 grade point average (GPA)
• 80% completion rate of the courses for which he/she have enrolled.
• The number of hours the student attempted cannot exceed 150% of the published length of the student's current major.
  

For more information about AC's Satisfactory Academic Progress policy visit our SAP page.

Yes, application for federal financial aid is free. There are several websites with similar names and addresses, so use a link from the college webpage or make sure in ends in .gov.

www.fafsa.ed.gov.

For more information about how to apply for Financial Aid, visit our How to Apply for Financial Aid page.

The Department of Education (DOE) requires students to provide parent information until the age of 24. There are some special circumstances under which a student could file as independent. Contact our offices if you feel you have a special circumstance that is not addressed under the FAFSA or if you cannot obtain parent information.

For more information about how to apply for Financial Aid, visit our How to Apply for Financial Aid page.

Typically you will provide the information for the parent you lived with or the one who provided most of your financial support during the past 12 months. If this parent is remarried, also provide the income information of the spouse.

For more information about Financial Aid, visit our Financial Aid page.

Usually grand parents and legal guardians cannot be subsituted for information of a parent. If you have an unusual circumstance and cannot obtain parent information, contact our offices for assistance at (806)371-5000.

For more information about how to apply for Financial Aid, visit our How to Apply for Financial Aid page.

Yes, the Department of Eduction guidelines require students to report spouse's income and assets. The FAFSA should be completed according to your current circumstances.

For more information visit our Fianancial Aid page.

The FAFSA should be filed according to the current circumstance. If there is a change to your household size or income after the FAFSA is filed, you may be eligible to file for a Special Circumstance change .  These assessments are made on a case by case basis, please call us at 806-371-5000 for assistance.

For more information about how to apply for Financial Aid, visit our How to Apply for Financial Aid page.

If you need to transfer your FAFSA, the  first step it to add the new school to the FAFSA if it was not originally selected as your school of choice. Be sure to contact the previous institution to notify them of the transfer, so that all files will be closed at that insitution. Complete any requirements for award at AC or the new institution.

  For more information visit our Financial Aid page.

You can take classes at both schools, but can only receive financial aid at one institution per semester.  One option may be to request a Consortium Agreement, which allows a student to complete a full time schedule at two institutions, but still limits the financial aid award to only one instituion. You can inquire with the Fiancial Aid Office at the school that is awarding Financial Aid.

4th Floor Library Learning Commons (Computers and Printing)
Monday—Thursday 7:30 am—8:50 pm
Friday 7:30 am—4:50 pm
Saturday CLOSED
Sunday 2:00 pm—5:50 pm

4th Floor Circulation Desk Hours
Monday—Thursday 8:30 am—6:30 pm
Friday 8:30 am—4:50 pm
Saturday CLOSED
Sunday 2:00 pm—5:50 pm

Holidays - Closed

For more information visit www.actx.edu/library.

New Student Orientation is a course that helps students prepare for college and a successful education. Students enrolled in eight or more credit hours are required to attend New Student Orientation (NSO) prior to the beginning of their first semester or they will not be permitted to re-enroll until the requirement is fulfilled.

Badger Beginnings are offered in the summer, and students and parents must pre-register by calling 806-371-5322.

New Student Orientation general sessions are usually offered once a month. 

For available dates and additional information about New Student Orientation visit www.actx.edu/nso.

The Office of the Registrar is  open  and is located on the Washington St Campus in the Student Service Center (SSC170) They are open Monday to Friday 8am - 5pm.

 Mailing Address:
Amarillo College Registrar's Office
P.O. Box 447
Amarillo Texas 79178

Phone: 806-371-5036

Fax: 806-371-5066

Email: registrar@actx.edu

Exact registration dates will vary by semester, but Fall and Summer registrations begin in the month of April and Spring registration begins in November. For exact dates for registration and other important dates, view our Master Calendar.

You can get an Enrollment Verification through the Student Clearinghouse.  www.studentclearinghouse.org
Phone: 703-742-4200 (Monday through Thursday 9:00 a.m. – 7:00 p.m. EST Friday 9:00 AM to 5:00PM EST)
Fax: 703-742-4239
Email: service@studentclearinghouse.org
National Student Clearinghouse
13454 Sunrise Valley Drive, Suite 300
Herndon, Virginia 20171

Student Life is located on the Washington St campus:

2201 S Washington St
College Union Building 003B
Phone: (806) 371-5259

Visit www.actx.edu/activities for information on AC student clubs.

AC Bookstore has a Fee-for-Service repair facility for students, faculty, and the Amarillo Community.  They also offer a Laptop for Rental Program.

For more information about cost and services, visit out Computer Service Center page.

AC email can be accessed by logging into AC Connect. If you have the Gmail app, you can access your AC email. If you do not know your login information or if you have forgotten your password, click on the red HELP button.

Amarillo College Testing Center
Location: Student Service Center - Suite 101
Phone: 806-371-5445

Monday:        8AM - 7PM
Tuesday:       8AM - 5PM* 
Wednesday:  8AM - 5PM
Thursday:      8AM - 5PM
Friday:           8AM - 5PM
Saturday:      9AM - 1PM**   
*2nd Tuesday of the month: 11AM - 5PM
**(Select Saturdays Only view dates at https://www.actx.edu/testing/hours)

Other testing services include the Science and Math Testing Centers. To view their hours, visit our Testing Hours page.

Scantrons are no longer available for purchase, and will be provided by the instructor.

The math test for the Nursing majors is offered at Amarillo College West Campus. For more information call the Nursing Division at 806-354-6010.

Students can complete testing requirements with eligible scores from various tests. Eligible Tests:

• The Texas Success Initiative (TSI)
• ACT
• SAT

For more information about testing requirements or details on possible exemptions and exceptions please vist our Testing TSI Assessment page.

The TSI (Texas Success Initiative) is a placement exam that helps AC to determine where you are at in your education and what classes are needed in order to get you to a college level.

Once you have completed the Pre-Assessment Activity, contact the Testing Center at (806)371-5445 or AskAC at 806-371-5000 to schedule your TSI. 

 TSI Assessment Prices:
Reading Only $10
Math Only $10
Writing Only $15
All three tests $35

 For more information about TSI visit our Testing Center page.

Students age 19 years or older are eligible to complete the GED test. Students age 16-18 years may be eligible under certain circumstances. Contact the GED department at 806-371-5425 for details.

For more information about AC's GED program visit our site www.actx.edu/ged

You can begin the GED enrollment process by visiting our GED office or by calling 806-371-5425.

GED Office
Ware Student Commons, 
3rd floor Suite 305
2201 S Washington
Amarillo TX

For more information, visit our GED Enrollment page.

Fees for the GED are not paid to Amarillo College, and therefore exact fees must be viewed at the GED site.

For information about the GED test Fees, visit www.ged.com. You can also see other information about the GED test at GED About the Test.

For information about AC's GED program visit www.actx.edu/ged

Amarillo College's GED program offers assistance preparing for the GED test. For more information about AC's GED program, visit www.actx.edu/ged.

You can also get study materials at GED.COM.

A 150 must be obtained on each section of the test. For more information visit www.ged.com.

For more information about Amarillo College's GED program visit www.actx.edu/ged.

All GED test scores, transcripts and certificates must be requested directly through GED Testing Services in Austin. For more information visit  www.ged.com.