Come experience a world of surprising possibilities with ACU. Where you can accomplish big things that matter — because this is a place where you will matter.
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With more than 175 areas of study to explore, and 12 accelerated degree programs that allow you to co-earn a bachelor’s and master’s degree in just five years, you’re sure to find a major (and maybe a minor too) that fits your aspirations.
Jumpstart your future with the financial support you need
Explore Your Financial Aid Opportunities at ACU!
At Abilene Christian University, we understand graduate programs are a big investment. That’s why we offer a variety of financial aid options designed to ease the cost and maximize your potential. ACU provides unique and flexible financial solutions to support this new stage in your academic journey. Whether you look to conduct student research, study abroad, or seek internships, ACU provides resources to meet your educational needs Here are some resources we have to help you achieve your goals.
Every Student Gets Support
100% of ACU students receive financial aid!
Millions in Scholarships Granted
$23.5 million in scholarships and grants was awarded to the entering class of 2023.
Maximize Your Education
ACU's unique annual block tuition model allows you to take up to 36 hours each school year for one price, including general fees.
Abilene Christian University is a diverse, welcoming, academically rigorous community redefining what it means to be a Christian university in the 21st century.
Founded in 1906, ACU provides a hub of rigorous academic excellence committed to innovative, energized learning, and student success. When you step on campus, you join a devoted community of thinkers and learners dedicated to unlocking the power of potential and creating the solutions that address the opportunities of today and tomorrow.
4,000+ Undergraduate students from 50 states and 56 nations
88 Undergraduate majors
77 Master's degree Programs
5 Doctoral Programs
272-acre world-class academic campus
13:1 Student-faculty ratio
Awards
One of America's Best Colleges
Recognized as one of America's Top Online Colleges for the third consecutive year by Newsweek and Statista Inc., ACU proudly stands among the nation's premier online institutions. Seamlessly combining a top-tier education with the flexibility of an online format, ACU Online offers you a transformative learning experience. Discover the perfect balance of academic excellence and online convenience as you chart your course to success with ACU.
Hear From Our Students
"I have professors I want to make proud, friends to push me harder and a campus that supports me."
Tyler Gaylor, Finance and Accounting Major, Richardson, Texas
"With the size of ACU, you can feel like you’re really impacting the people around you. You get to know everybody, and it’s easy to get plugged in. That’s where ACU really shines."
"ACU is preparing me for the future that God has for me. The political science department connected me with so many scholarships."
Alli Dimmit, Political Science Major, Naples, Florida
"The difference is that we are a God-centered campus — it should put into perspective that we are people who work hard and love hard. We come from an understanding community. That’s what makes us stand out. That’s what is unique that no one else has."
Thomas Lyons, Mechanical Engineering Major, Nashville, Tennessee
"You’re not going to find a place that has people that care so much about you. It’s a place where you’ll be able to feel so known and cared for. If you’ve never really belonged before, this is the place where you can truly belong."
