If you have school children or kids nearing this period, then having good quality schools in your area is very important. When you’re searching for Austin real estate, you will find good quality schools throughout our town.

This is the following number of schools in Austin:

• Preschools - 385

• Elementary schools – 202

• Middle schools – 104

• High schools – 76

• Public schools – 215

• Private schools - 310

If you have college aged children or are considering school for yourself, you will discover that Austin has an excellent selection of higher learning institutions. The following is a list of colleges and universities located in Austin:

University of Texas at Austin: This public research university is also known as UT, UT Austin, and University of Texas.

It was founded in 1883 and has the fifth largest single campus enrollment in the country as of the fall 2010. It has 16 colleges and schools; along with two academic units.

In 2002, Sports Illustrated Magazine regarded UT as "America’s Best Sports College."

Austin Community College (ACC): With eight campuses, ACC is the eighth largest college district in America. Opened since September 17, 1973, ACC offers over 180 academic programs.

Concordia University Texas: This is a private, co-ed institution that specializes in liberal arts and sciences. Concordia has satellite campuses in San Antonio, Fort Worth, Houston, and Fredericksburg.

Concordia was founded in 1926. Undergraduate and graduate degrees are offered in 22 majors in the colleges of business, education, liberal arts, and science.

St. Edward’s University: A Roman Catholic institution founded in 1878, this private university concentrates on liberal arts.

U.S. News ranked St. Edward’s University as 21 in the list of best colleges. Forbes also gave it high rankings.

Since 1974, St. Edwards has offered equivalent bachelor’s degrees to adults age 24 and older through their New College Program. In addition, they have five bachelors and 11 master’s degree programs – both in over 50 areas.

Huston-Tilloston University: A historically black university, Huston-Tilloston is affiliated with the United Methodist Church, the United Church of Christ, and the United Negro College Fund. It was founded in 1881.

Four year degrees are offered in business, education, humanities, natural and social sciences; and technology. Alternative teaching certificates as well as post-graduate degrees in law and medicine are also offered.

Austin Graduate School of Theology: A private Christian theological college, AGST was founded in 1917. It is associated with the Churches of Christ. It offers bachelor’s degrees in Biblical Studies in coordination with Abilene Christian University. It also awards master’s degrees.

Anyone looking to call Austin home will appreciate the good education that’s right in their own backyard. It makes your Austin home search so worth it!