Is admission to The University of Texas at Austin required? Admission to The University of Texas at Austin is not required to enroll in opportunities available through the Texas Advanced Computing Center (TACC). TACC offers professional development / non-academic credit courses available to anyone interested in advancing in their career, preparing for a certification exam, transitioning into a new career or simply augmenting their personal skills.
What is a UT EID and how do I obtain one? A UT EID or University of Texas Electronic Identifier is a unique identification code assigned per person. To register for a course or program, you will need to authenticate with a UT EID. If you already have a UT EID, you may use it in the registration system. Otherwise, you will be given the opportunity to create a UT EID at this time by answering a set of questions.
How do I register? To register for a course or program, visit the course or program page, add the desired section to your cart and follow the onscreen checkout instructions.
Do I have to be a Texas resident to register? Registration requirements vary by program. Some programs do require Texas residency, while others may be open to non-residents. Please check the specific program details for eligibility requirements.
Can I register for another person or group of people? Yes. Add the course or program to your cart and follow the instructions online. The quantity should match the number of people you wish to register in the course.
Does TACC sponsor visas for international students? Because TACC offers only continuing and professional education certifications, we do not qualify to sponsor F-1 or M-1 student visas. Please direct inquiries regarding student visas and/or entry or immigration to the United States to the United States Department of State (https://www.state.gov/).
What are the registration deadlines for courses offered through TACC? Please refer to the program or course webpage to review registration deadlines.
My employer is paying for my tuition. Do I have to submit payment at the time of registration? For those participants whose employers are paying for their registration with TACC, an invoice will be generated upon registration to provide to your employer to process payment via check, purchase order, or credit card.
Does TACC offer discounts? TACC offers a variety of discounts (varies by program).
What is the refund policy for courses offered through TACC? Refund policies vary by course or program. Please see your receipt for details.
What should I do if I am unable to attend a course/event/workshop or need to withdraw? If you purchased a course and you or the person you purchased for are unable to attend or wish to withdrawal, please email the participant's name, email adfdress, the course or event name you are enrolled in, and other relevant information to tacc-registration@austin.utexas.edu.
I am unable to attend one of the designated class meetings. Can I still register? Courses and programs offered through TACC have differing attendance policies. Please contact tacc-program@austin.utexas.edu with any questions about a particular attendance policy.
Can I register for a certificate program that has already started? Unfortunately, TACC cannot allow registrations in programs that have already started.
How can I request accommodations for a documented need? Please contact tacc-program@austin.utexas.edu at least two weeks in advance of the start of your course to request accommodations.
How do I obtain a copy of my certificate of completion? Upon successful completion of the course or event attendance, you will receive your certificate via email. If you are unable to locate your certificate, please email tacc-program@austin.utexas.edu.
What credit cards are accepted by TACC? We accept American Express, Discover, MasterCard and Visa.
I work for The University of Texas at Austin; do you accept an Interdepartmental Transfer (IDT)? Yes, TACC can process IDTs with department signature approval.
Can I submit a registration without a payment? Full payment is typically required by the start of the course / event. In some situations, including when a registration is being supported by a third-party, you may be eligible to submit a registration request prior to the payment being received.
How much does it cost to enroll in a program offered through TACC? Registration costs vary. Please visit individual course and program pages for related cost information.
Does TACC offer a payment plan? Not at this time.
Why haven’t I received my 1098-T Form for my taxes? TACC is unable to provide a 1098-T Form. Please retain your confirmation of enrollment and payment and speak with your tax professional.
Can I enroll in a TACC program using FAFSA, grants, scholarships, or any other student financial aid? TACC is not approved for financial aid. In some cases, we can accept scholarships.
When are courses and programs offered? Please refer to specific course and program pages for more information.
Where are events held? Please refer to specific course and program pages for more information.
Will I need a parking permit to attend in-person events? Please refer to specific course and program pages for more information. Specific event details are provided prior to the event.
Are courses completed through TACC transferable to another college or university? Courses completed through TACC do not provide academic credit and are, therefore, not transferrable.
Will I receive academic credit for courses completed through the Center for Professional Education? Courses completed through TACC do not provide academic credit.
What is a Continuing Professional Education Unit (CPE)? Continuing professional education, or CPE, credit is a term referring to the hours professionals receive for participating in specialized training.
Can I use courses offered through TACC to renew my professional licensure? All of our workshops and events offer Continuing Professional Education (CPE) hours that are required for most Texas educators holding a standard certificate. The appropriate number of clock-hours of CPE must be completed during each five-year renewal period (TAC §232.11) for teachers needing to meet this requirement. Educators outside of Texas should check with their state policy.
Does receiving a certificate make me a graduate of The University of Texas at Austin? Courses completed through TACC do not provide academic credit. Only those students who complete academic degrees from a degree-granting unit are considered graduates of The University of Texas at Austin.
Will I have to purchase books or other supplies for my courses? Unless otherwise noted in the course description, class materials and supplies will be provided by TACC and included in the cost of the course.
Do instructors with TACC provide access to office hours? Please refer to specific course and program pages for more information.
My organization is interested in offering a course/workshop/event for our employees. Can we arrange a course to be held at our campus, district, region, or state? To explore options for customizable group trainings, please contact WeTeach_CS at tacc-program@austin.utexas.edu.
