Admissions & Aid

Apply and get accepted to college!

Applying is free and easy. Visit goapplytexas.org to complete your application. 

Apply now at GoApplyTexas.org

Tip - Filling Out Your Application Make sure you have what you need before you begin your application. View Application FAQs

Tip - Applying for Financial Aid Most students qualify for financial aid.  Learn about applying for aid

The Alamo Colleges District uses ACES as the online student portal for all of your information and can be accessed at aces.alamo.edu.

• You will receive your ACES login information via email within 3-5 days of submitting your ApplyTexas application.
• Be sure to complete the AlamoENROLL GoFAARR and Test Prep modules located in the "Start Here" tab.

Tip Select the link in the top-right corner of ACES to access your student email.

You’ll need to gather and submit several important documents, including:

• Official high school or college transcripts Click here for instructions.
• Test scores must be submitted to your college. Learn more from your college's testing center.
• You must submit your bacterial meningitis vaccination record if you’re 21 or younger. You can submit documentation in ACES in the "Start Here" tab.

Tip You don’t have to wait to gather your paperwork. Start submitting these as soon as you apply.

Celebrate your transition to college! You'll learn more about your college programs and services at New Student Orientation (NSO), which is required for all new and transfer students.

Once you attend NSO, you'll be able to meet with an advisor and register for classes. 

Learn more about NSO 

After you’ve registered, you’ll need to make sure your tuition has been covered by financial aid or your payments have been made to avoid having your classes dropped. 

View Registration and Payment Calendar

Questions about paying for college?

Learn more about Paying for College