Living on Campus

As a residential student at Abilene Christian University, you will join a community that supports and celebrates you, exactly as you are. And through our treasured campus traditions, fiercely loyal bonds and shared experiences all hours of the day, we will empower you to pursue your vision of the person you’ve been called to become.

As a residential student at Abilene Christian University, you will join a community that supports and celebrates you, exactly as you are. And through our treasured campus traditions, fiercely loyal bonds and shared experiences all hours of the day, we will empower you to pursue your vision of the person you’ve been called to become.

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Residential Housing

Campus living at ACU is deeply relational—and convenient. Our residential amenities include a variety of quality dining options, access to our health and wellness facilities, laundry and dry cleaning, communal social and study spaces, and dorm arrangements to suit your ideal living environment.

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Dine on Campus

Whether you need to grab a bite between classes or look forward to a meal with friends, ACU has food options that fit every schedule and preference. Beyond our residential dining hall, The World Famous Bean, you can dine in (or dine out!) at Einstein Bros Bagels, Chick-fil-A, Starbucks and other local and national hotspots.

Cultural Diversity

We celebrate the artistry of God’s creation as it manifests in our cultural, social and spiritual diversity at ACU. Through student organizations and the Office of Multicultural Affairs, we empower students of all backgrounds to experience their potential and engage in cross-cultural learning.

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Safety and Security on Campus

Your safety is our priority at ACU. Our ACU Police Department is a fully functional law enforcement agency serving ACU and the surrounding off-campus areas, operating 24/7. Our alert text messaging system will update you on potential dangers, including weather alerts and other safety issues.

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Community Expectations

To form the camaraderie and fellowship that define ACU, we welcome students from across Texas, the United States and the world to join together through communal commitments and accountability. The culture at ACU is one in which we advocate for our peers, build intentional relationships and ground every interaction in our common faith in Christ.

Residence Life Contact Information

Office Hours: Monday-Friday 8:00 am to 5:00 pm.
325-674-6321
reslife@acu.edu