Further Your Education, Advance Your Career

Abilene Christian University and Harris County Department of Education have partnered together to offer a unique experience for Harris County Department of Education employees.

Abilene Christian University and Harris County Department of Education have partnered together to offer a unique experience for Harris County Department of Education employees.

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ACU knows every student’s journey is unique and we believe everyone can be successful, given the right tools and support. Whether you are hoping to advance in your current field or change to an entirely new one, furthering your education is the first step towards that change. Supported by a faculty of Christian scholars, we prepare undergraduate and graduate students for service and leadership in both their personal and professional lives.

One of America’s Best Colleges

Named one of America’s Top Online Colleges for the fourth year in a row by Newsweek and Statista Inc., ACU continues to set the standard for online education. With a commitment to delivering academic excellence in a flexible online format, ACU Online empowers you to achieve your goals without compromising your lifestyle. Experience a world-class education designed to help you succeed—anytime, anywhere.

Tuition Benefit

As a Harris County Department of Education employee, you are eligible for a 10% reduction on tuition across all ACU Online programs. Additionally, our standard $50 application fee will be waived when you apply. All new online students are eligible for a variety of scholarship opportunities dedicated to our online students. Because tuition varies by program, you should connect with an advisor to discuss tuition and additional resources available to you to fund your education.

Online Community

With our online degree programs, you’ll focus on one or two class(es) at a time during each seven-week session. Whether your concerns are time, funding, or scheduling, your dedicated advisor is ready to help you figure out a solution that works for you.

Why ACU?

  • 100% online*
  • No GRE or GMAT requirement
  • Designed for busy working adults
  • Supportive, like-minded community
  • Faculty of Christian scholars and professionals

*Some programs require residency

Tools & Resources

ACU Online students have access to:

TXITE

Through our partnership with TXITE (The Texas Institute for Teacher Education) educators have access to flexible, high-quality professional development opportunities, including the Collaborative Instructional Agreement (CIA) program. This program equips aspiring educators with valuable classroom experience while working toward certification.

Learn more about how TXITE and ACU can support your journey in education: acu.edu/TXITE

Learn More

Our team is ready to make sure all of your questions are answered and can even walk you through the application process.

Contact us to learn more or start your application now.

Education Programs at ACU

Doctor of Education in Organizational Leadership

Level Up

In partnership with your local community college, ACU is dedicated to improving the quality of teachers your school should have, the Level Up program provides paraprofessionals in your school district an opportunity to earn their Texas teacher certification through enrollment in the ACU’s Online Bachelor of Science in Integrated Studies program during their co-enrollment in your local educator certificate program.

Master of Education in Higher Education

Two Doctor of Education (Ed.D) Programs

Develop your teachers to become scholar-practitioners who drive progress and elevate workplace culture. ACU’s online Doctor of Education in Organizational Leadership or Educational Leadership programs equip teachers to serve others by connecting transactional and transformational leadership strategies to make a difference in your school and community.

Master of Education in Instructional Learning

Classroom to Career

Working with your local community college partner, ACU’s Classroom to Career program meets the needs of your district’s students. Connecting driven students with mentoring faculty members, the Classroom to Career Teaching Track offers students the opportunity to pursue a career in education, become certified teachers, and enter your talent pool of qualified teaching aids upon high school graduation.

WHY GET AN ONLINE DEGREE FROM ACU?

For the fifth year in a row, ACU is the highest-ranking university in Texas in the U.S. News & World Report “Programs to Look For” benchmarks focused on student success – placing in five of eight categories this year. Combine this educational excellence with the flexibility of an online format and it’s easy to understand why earning your degree from ACU Online makes sense. Whether you’re married and juggling work and kids, or a single professional meeting the demands of a growing career, ACU Online can fit into your busy life.